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Somerset Island Prep

Q: Is Somerset Island Prep a good school?

Somerset Island Prep ranks 349 th of 838 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Public, Charter Grades 9-12

349^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 838 Florida High Schools

Better than 58% of Florida high schools

Summary

Somerset Island Prep is a small public high school in Key West, FL, serving 88 students in grades 9-12 within the Monroe district.

This school presents a fascinating paradox: it boasts a perfect 100% graduation rate for the last two years, outperforming both the district (91.9%) and state (92.2%) averages. However, this success doesn't always translate to high test scores. In the 2024-2025 school year, proficiency in subjects like Algebra 1 (43%) and Biology 1 (44%) fell below district averages. This suggests the school excels at helping students meet graduation requirements, but may not always ensure deep academic mastery in every subject. The school's performance has been volatile, with a recent rebound to a 3-star rating after a dip, and it shows uneven subject proficiency—excelling in US History (100% proficient) and Geometry (75%) while struggling in 9th Grade ELA (35%).

Compared to nearby schools, Somerset Island Prep offers a unique, cost-effective model. It spends less per student ($15,298) than the comprehensive Key West High School ($16,303) and far less than specialized schools like the Lower Keys Academic Connections for Excellence ($39,788). Its student-to-teacher ratio (44.5:1) is much higher than Key West High School's (17.3:1), indicating a different instructional approach, likely with more digital learning. The school is located just 0.17 miles from Key West High School, creating a unique educational ecosystem where students could potentially share resources. For parents, this school is a strong choice if the priority is ensuring a student graduates, but it's important to investigate how the school supports academic growth in core subjects, especially given its uneven performance history.

Students ?

44.5

Student/teacher ratio ?

$15,298

Per pupil spending ?

36.4%

Free/discounted lunch ?

1908 Flagler Ave
Key West, FL 33040

(305) 296-5927

District: Monroe

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:

52.3%

White:

40.9%

African American:

5.7%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Rebounding — 32nd percentile in 2025 → 58th in 2026

Strengths

✓100% graduate in 4 years — above the Florida average (92%)

✓Ranking is rebounding — up to 58th (2026) from a 32nd-percentile low (2025)

✓Above the Florida median (58th percentile)

Worth a look

!Algebra 1 scores 21 pts below the Florida average

!Large classes — about 44 students per teacher

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school61%

District avg59%

Florida avg63%

349^th of 838

Florida public high schools ?

Top 42%▼ down 9 pts since 2016

From top 33% (2016) to top 42% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

3^rd of 5High Schools in the Monroe

19^th of 70Monroe among Florida districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Florida percentile	Rating
2026	49.6	349 of 838	58.4%	★★★☆☆
2025	31.0	577 of 844	31.6%	★★☆☆☆
2024	47.6	331 of 807	59.0%	★★★☆☆
2023	39.6	393 of 792	50.4%	★★★☆☆
2022	45.8	327 of 774	57.8%	★★★☆☆
2021	46.7	296 of 746	60.3%	★★★☆☆
2019	32.8	462 of 734	37.1%	★★☆☆☆
2018	46.4	316 of 716	55.9%	★★★☆☆
2017	43.2	339 of 714	52.5%	★★★☆☆
2016	54.8	229 of 693	67.0%	★★★☆☆
2014	34.3	447 of 687	34.9%	★★☆☆☆

By subject vs Florida (2025-2026) ?

US History100%+26 vs state

Geometry75%+19 vs state

English Language Arts50%-11 vs state

Algebra 142%-21 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				FAST English Language Arts (2026)		EOC Algebra 1 (2026)	EOC Geometry (2026)	EOC Biology 1 (2026)	EOC US History (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 9th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 10th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC US History End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Somerset Island Prep	Public, Charter	9-12	1908 Flagler Ave	Key West	33040	Monroe County	Monroe	Yes	No	No	No	(305) 296-5927	88	0	44.5	36.4%	36 (40.9%)	5 (5.7%)	46 (52.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.1%)	49.6	349^th of 838 public high schools	58.4%		31	577^th of 844 public high schools	31.6%	228	35.0	63.0	42.0	75.0		100.0	$15,298	$168	$15,130
Key West High School	Public	9-12	2100 Flagler Ave	Key West	33040	Monroe County	Monroe	No	No	No	No	(305) 293-1549	1,337	77	17.3	36.1%	450 (33.7%)	263 (19.7%)	541 (40.5%)	34 (2.5%)	1 (0.1%)	2 (0.1%)	46 (3.4%)	34.6	539^th of 838 public high schools	35.7%		34.5	534^th of 844 public high schools	36.7%	5	48.0	53.0	39.0	37.0	70.0	66.0	$16,303	$634	$15,669
Lower Keys Academic Connections For Excellence	Public	6-12	2100 Flagler Ave	Key West	33040	Monroe County	Monroe	No	No	No	No	(305) 293-1549	12	2	6.0	50.0%	2 (16.7%)	1 (8.3%)	8 (66.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (8.3%)								(n/a)							$39,788	$00	$39,788
Keys Center	Public	8-12	1105 Leon St	Key West	33040	Monroe County	Monroe	No	No	No	No	(305) 293-1400	9	1	9.0	66.7%	0 (0.0%)	1 (11.1%)	8 (88.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)							$52,307	$00	$52,307
Monroe Virtual Franchise	Public, Virtual	6-12	241 Trumbo Rd	Key West	33040	Monroe County	Monroe	No	No	Yes	No	(305) 289-2480	20	0		15.0%	14 (70.0%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (30.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)
Monroe County Detention Center	Public	6-12	5501 College Rd	Key West	33040	Monroe County	Monroe	No	No	No	No	(305) 293-7300	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Monroe Juvenile Detention Center	Public	8-12	5501 College Rd	Key West	33040	Monroe County	Monroe	No	No	No	Yes	(305) 293-7300	0	0			0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
The College Of The Florida Keys Academy	Public, Charter	9-12	5901 College Rd	Key West	33040	Monroe County	Monroe	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(305) 296-9081	62	1	62.0	11.3%	37 (59.7%)	5 (8.1%)	14 (22.6%)	1 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (8.1%)	65.4	179^th of 838 public high schools	78.6%		81.4	64^th of 844 public high schools	92.4%	115	73.0	71.0	73.0	61.0	85.0		$19,912	$3,598	$16,313

Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset Island Prep

Is Somerset Island Prep a good school?

Somerset Island Prep ranks 349^th of 838 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Somerset Island Prep?

In the 2024-25 school year, 88 students attended Somerset Island Prep.

What district is Somerset Island Prep in?

Monroe

What is the racial makeup of Somerset Island Prep?

Students at Somerset Island Prep are 52% Hispanic, 41% White, 6% African American, 1% Two or more races.

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2025–26 EOC, FAST & Statewide Science test scoresJun 26, 2026

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2024–25 graduation ratesJan 13, 2026

2024–25 EOC, FAST & Statewide Science test scoresJun 26, 2025

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