Best 34266 Florida Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,275 students in 34266, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 34266, FL are Desoto County High School and Desoto Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 34266 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 34266, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 34266 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Desoto County High School, with 75% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 34266, FL Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desoto County High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1710 E Gibson St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-3434
Gr: 9-12 | 1,215 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Desoto Secondary School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
318 N Wilson Ave
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-9303
Gr: K-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 51:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Reduced Services
Alternative School
310 W Whidden St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Gr: K-12 | 9 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 34266 Florida

34266, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
5871 Southeast Hwy 31
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 491-5367
Gr: 6-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
5891 Se Highway 31
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-0151
Gr: K-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
310 W Whidden St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
318 N Wilson Ave
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-9303
Gr: PK | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Hospital And Homebound (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
494 N Manatee Ave
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-0261
Gr: K-12
5871 Southeast Hwy 31
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 491-5300
Gr: 6-12 | 125 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
4846 Sw Shores Ave, Pk Unit
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-4511
Gr: PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 34266, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 34266, FL include Desoto County High School and Desoto Secondary School.
How many public high schools are located in 34266?
3 public high schools are located in 34266.
What is the racial composition of students in 34266?
34266 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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