For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,516 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32778, FL Public High Schools (2025)
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 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 79%
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 | 1,488 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
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 | 4 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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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