Seminole

The Seminole school district in Florida encompasses 72 schools, including 44 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, 11 high schools, and 5 alternative schools. The district as a whole performs well above the state average, ranking 9th out of 67 districts in Florida. However, there is a significant achievement gap between the highest and lowest performing schools in the district.

Some of the standout schools in the district include Hagerty High School and Oviedo High School, which are ranked among the top 25% of high schools in Florida. At the elementary level, Sabal Point Elementary, Woodlands Elementary, and Choices in Learning Charter are all highly ranked, performing in the top 5-10% statewide. The district's top-performing middle schools include Jackson Heights Middle, Sanford Middle, and Rock Lake Middle.

While the district as a whole is performing well, there are some areas for improvement. The district reports a 31.4% chronic absenteeism rate across all schools, which is concerning and likely impacting student learning. Additionally, schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch tend to have lower test scores and graduation rates, highlighting the importance of equitable funding and support for all schools in the Seminole district.