Florida is the #5 largest school system in the United States, serving 2,871,617 students across the 4,272 public schools for the 2025 school year (there are 2,796 private schools, serving 476,053 students). 86% of all K-12 students in Florida attend public schools, compared to the national average of 90%.
The percentage of students achieving math proficiency in Florida is 52%. The percentage of students achieving reading proficiency is 52%.
The top-ranked public schools in Florida are Doral Academy Of Technology, Pine View School, and Okaloosa Stemm Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test scores.
Minority enrollment is 66%, with the majority being Hispanic and the student:teacher ratio is 18:1.
Top Ranked Public Schools in Florida (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Student Proficiency
Grades
Location
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Doral Academy Of Technology
Charter School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
2601 Nw 112th Ave
Miami, FL 33172
(305) 591-0020
Miami, FL 33172
(305) 591-0020
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Pine View School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: ≥99%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Grades: 2-12
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Osprey, FL 34229
(941) 486-2001
Osprey, FL 34229
(941) 486-2001
Rank: #33.
Okaloosa Stemm Center
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 98%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: 98% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
379 Edge Ave
Valparaiso, FL 32580
(850) 833-4120
Valparaiso, FL 32580
(850) 833-4120
Rank: #44.
Jacksonville Beach Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 97%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: 97% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
315 10th St S
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5942
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 247-5942
Rank: #55.
West Shore Junior/senior High School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Reading: 96% (Top 1%)
Grades: 7-12
250 Wildcat Alley
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4730
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4730
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Orlando Gifted Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 96% (Top 1%)
Reading: 96% (Top 1%)
Grades: 2-8
1121 N Fern Creek Ave
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 897-6410
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 897-6410
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Terra Environmental Research Institute
Magnet School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 96% (Top 1%)
Reading: 96% (Top 1%)
Grades: 9-12
11005 Sw 84th St
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 412-5800
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 412-5800
Rank: #88.
Bak Middle School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 96% (Top 1%)
Reading: 95% (Top 1%)
Grades: 6-8
1725 Echo Lake Dr
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 882-3870
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 882-3870
Rank: #99.
Somerset Academy Miramar South
Charter School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-5
12425 Sw 53rd St
Hollywood, FL 33025
(305) 829-2406
Hollywood, FL 33025
(305) 829-2406
Rank: #1010.
A.d. Henderson University School & Fau High School
(Math: 97% | Reading: 93%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
Math: 97% (Top 1%)
Reading: 93% (Top 1%)
Grades: K-12
777 Glades Rd Bldg 30
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 297-3970
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 297-3970
Overview
This State (FL)
# Schools
4,272 Schools
# Students
2,871,617 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
155,327 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (FL)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
Graduation Rate
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.70
# American Indian Students
7,127 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
# Asian Students
82,684 Students
% Asian Students
3%
# Hispanic Students
1,067,518 Students
% Hispanic Students
37%
# Black Students
599,852 Students
% Black Students
21%
# White Students
988,678 Students
% White Students
35%
# Hawaiian Students
4,961 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
# Two or more races Students
120,797 Students
% of Two or more races Students
4%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (FL)
Total Revenue
$34,349 MM
Spending
$33,354 MM
Revenue / Student
$11,962
Spending / Student
$11,615
Best Florida Public Schools by County (2025)
Popular neighborhoods: West End (50 schools), Little Havana (20 schools), Town Square (20 schools), Northside (19 schools), Southwest Jacksonville (19 schools).
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Florida?
The top-ranked public schools in Florida include Doral Academy Of Technology, Pine View School, and Okaloosa Stemm Center.
How many public schools are located in Florida?
4,272 public schools are located in Florida.
What percentage of students in Florida go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Florida attend public schools (compared to the national average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Florida?
Minority enrollment in Florida is 66%, with the majority being Hispanic.
Which public schools in Florida are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Florida include: James M. Anderson Elementary School vs. Old Town Elementary School, Wewahitchka High School vs. Port St. Joe High School, Port St. Joe High School vs. Wewahitchka High School
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