For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,481 students in 32778, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 32778, FL are Nonschool Exceptional Education and Tavares High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 32778 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 32778, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 32778 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is equal to the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tavares High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32778, FL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nonschool Exceptional Education
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 W Burleigh Blvd
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6600
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6600
Gr: PK-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Tavares High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
603 N New Hampshire Ave
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 343-3007
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 343-3007
Gr: 9-12 | 1,458 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Lake County Acer Program
Alternative School
551 W Main St
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6675
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6675
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students
32778, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
0201 W Burleigh Boulevard
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-651
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-651
Gr: PK | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 32778, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 32778, FL include Nonschool Exceptional Education and Tavares High School.
How many public high schools are located in 32778?
3 public high schools are located in 32778.
What is the racial composition of students in 32778?
32778 public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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