For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 1,529 students in Key West, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Key West, FL are Monroe Virtual Franchise, Key West High School and Lower Keys Academic Connections For Excellence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Key West, FL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Key West have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public high schools.
Key West, FL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Key West High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Key West, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monroe Virtual Franchise
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
241 Trumbo Rd
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 289-2480
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 289-2480
Gr: 6-12 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Key West High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Flagler Ave
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-1549
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-1549
Gr: 9-12 | 1,337 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Lower Keys Academic Connections For Excellence
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Flagler Ave
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-1549
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-1549
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Somerset Island Prep
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1908 Flagler Ave
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 296-5927
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 296-5927
Gr: 9-12 | 88 students Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: n/an/a
The College Of The Florida Keys Academy
Charter School
5901 College Rd
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 296-9081
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 296-9081
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 62:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Keys Center
Alternative School
1105 Leon St
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-1400
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-1400
Gr: 8-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: n/an/a
Monroe County Detention Center
Alternative School
5501 College Road
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-7300
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-7300
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Monroe Juvenile Detention Center
Alternative School
5501 College Rd
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-7300
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 293-7300
Gr: 8-12
Rank: n/an/a
241 Trumbo Rd
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 289-2480
Key West, FL 33040
(305) 289-2480
Gr: K-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Key West, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Key West, FL include Monroe Virtual Franchise, Key West High School and Lower Keys Academic Connections For Excellence.
How many public high schools are located in Key West?
9 public high schools are located in Key West.
What is the racial composition of students in Key West?
Key West public high schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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