11,397
Preschools
6,757
Elementary Schools
4,448
Middle Schools
3,298
High Schools
3,608
Public District Schools
11,298
Private Schools
15,594
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Florida based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Florida at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Florida offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Florida
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Miami-Dade
334,261 students | MIAMI, FL
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 544 schools -
Broward
260,235 students | FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 331 schools -
Hillsborough
218,943 students | TAMPA, FL
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 303 schools -
Orange
199,089 students | ORLANDO, FL
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 267 schools -
Palm Beach
187,057 students | WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 257 schools
Reviews From Schools in Florida
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Parent / Guardian
April 28, 2024
We moved from Northern Virginia, from a county and area where we thought had the best public school system and best rated schools. I have to say the level of commitment to education is beyond compare.... More
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Pinecrest Lakes Academy
Parent / Guardian
April 28, 2024
This school only cares about being the best on paper. They don’t care about the kids overall health and wellbeing. The amount of stress and pressure on these kids is ridiculous. If you enjoy having... More
Parent / Guardian
April 28, 2024
Utilizes Montessori materials, but in now way adheres to her philosophy or methods. Not enough practice life materials. No socialization whatsoever.
Review for
Wider Horizons School