Best Schools in Haines City, Florida
13 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 5 Other
Choosing a school in Haines City?
Use this page to compare every school in Haines City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bethune Academy
Elementary · Polk. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Daniel Jenkins Academy of Technology Middle School
Middle · Polk. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Alta Vista Elementary School
Elementary · Polk. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Haines City for 2026 are Bethune Academy (7.9/10), Daniel Jenkins Academy of Technology Middle School (7.1/10), and Alta Vista Elementary School (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
7 public · 6 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$212,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
13
7 public · 6 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$212,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Haines City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bethune Academy | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Daniel Jenkins Academy of Technology Middle School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Alta Vista Elementary School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Haines City Senior High School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Sandhill Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Shelley S. Boone Middle School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Eastside Elementary School | 4.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $60,426
- Median home value
- $212,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 36 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Haines City compares
Florida rank
#254 of 286
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Florida avg (6.3)
Median household income
$60k
81% of Florida median
Schools in this city
12
Polk runs Haines City's public schools
7 public schools. Polk is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Haines City is a Polk school (7 of 7).
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.3 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Haines City, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Haines City, Florida
Haines City, Florida is home to 13 schools, including 7 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Haines City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Haines City is Bethune Academy with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Haines City is served by 1 school district: POLK. These districts collectively serve 111,041 students.
Haines City's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,426. The poverty rate in the area is 16.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 430 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 | ||
| 2 | 760 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 3 | 1,017 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 | ||
| 4 | 668 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Millennium Christian AcademyPrivate 109 students · Kindergarten–7th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 499 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
| 2 | 1,421 students · 6th–8th | 4.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,914 students · 9th–12th | 4.7 |
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Landmark Christian SchoolPrivate 255 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Aba Haines City IncPrivate 208 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | 122 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 4 | New Direction AcademyPrivate 143 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 5 | Kids Academy LighthousePrivate 11 students · 2nd–11th | Not Rated |
Schools in Haines City
Haines City, Florida · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,426
Median Home Value
$212,700
Median Rent
$1,158/mo
Population
49,133
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Community Profile
Haines City has a median household income of $60,426. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $212,700, with a median rent of $1,158/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.2%. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Florida
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 5
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Haines City, Florida
How many schools are in Haines City, Florida?
Haines City has 13 schools, including 7 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Haines City, Florida?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Haines City is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Haines City, Florida?
The top-ranked school in Haines City on MySchoolScout is Bethune Academy with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Haines City, Florida?
The top-ranked elementary school in Haines City on MySchoolScout is Bethune Academy with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Haines City, Florida?
The top-ranked middle school in Haines City on MySchoolScout is Daniel Jenkins Academy of Technology Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Haines City, Florida?
The top-ranked high school in Haines City on MySchoolScout is Haines City Senior High School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Haines City, Florida?
Haines City is served by 1 school district: Polk.
What is the education level in Haines City, Florida?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Haines City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Haines City, Florida?
The median household income in Haines City is approximately $60,426 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Haines City, Florida?
Yes, Haines City has 6 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Landmark Christian School with a score of 7.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Haines City, Florida?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Haines City is 17.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Haines City, Florida?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.