Summary:
There are six high schools serving grades 9-12 in zip code 33040 (Key West, FL), part of the Monroe district, which is ranked in the 73rd percentile statewide, offering a diverse range of educational options from a large traditional public school to small alternative and virtual programs.
The College Of The Florida Keys Academy is the academic standout, ranking in the 92nd percentile with exceptional proficiency rates in Geometry (91%), Biology (95%), and US History (96%), though it has a lower graduation rate (81.8%) than the state average. Somerset Island Prep excels in student engagement with a perfect 100% graduation rate and very low chronic absenteeism (9.7%), making it a model for keeping students on track. In contrast, Key West High School, the largest school with 1,337 students, shows declining state rankings (36th percentile) and test scores below district and state averages in core subjects like Algebra 1 (39% vs. 63% state) and Geometry (37% vs. 56% state), though its graduation rate (92.3%) is solid.
The smallest schools serve the most at-risk populations: Keys Center (9 students) and Lower Keys Academic Connections For Excellence (12 students) have the highest chronic absenteeism (82.4% and 68.4%) and per-student spending ($52,307 and $39,788), reflecting intensive support needs. Monroe Virtual Franchise reports a 0% chronic absenteeism rate, likely due to virtual attendance definitions, but its graduation rate (58.3%) indicates significant challenges. Overall, families in this area face a clear trade-off between high academic performance at CFK Academy, strong engagement at Somerset Island Prep, and the comprehensive but underperforming traditional option at Key West High School.
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