Florida is the #5 largest school system in the United States, serving 2,853,415 students across the 4,207 public schools for the 2026 school year (there are 2,774 private schools, serving 479,863 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 53%. 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 67%, with the majority being Hispanic and the student-teacher ratio is 18:1.
Top-Ranked Public Schools in Florida (2026)
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)
US
# Schools
4,207 Schools
100,531 Schools
# Students
2,853,415 Students
49,337,207 Students
Gender %
# Teachers
154,922 Teachers
3,180,496 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Student By Grade
State Acdeamy
State Average (FL)
National Average
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
43%
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.70
0.71
# American Indian Students
7,065 Students
466,518 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
82,664 Students
2,807,339 Students
% Asian Students
3%
6%
# Hispanic Students
1,086,407 Students
14,954,388 Students
% Hispanic Students
38%
30%
# Black Students
596,703 Students
7,274,261 Students
% Black Students
21%
15%
# White Students
953,178 Students
21,013,485 Students
% White Students
34%
43%
# Hawaiian Students
4,839 Students
196,973 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
122,552 Students
2,588,357 Students
% of Two or more races Students
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
State Revenue and Spending
This State (FL)
Total Revenue (23-24)
$34,349 MM
Spending (23-24)
$33,354 MM
Revenue / Student (23-24)
$12,038
Spending / Student (23-24)
$11,689
Best Florida Public Schools by County (2026)
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?
4,207 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 67%, 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, Mater Academy Narcoossee High School vs. Mater Academy Narcoossee, Wewahitchka High School vs. Port St. Joe High School
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