5.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Haines City, Florida

11 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 7

Private: 4

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.0/10

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Haines City for 2026 are Lighthouse Christian Learning Center (7.0/10), Aba Haines City Inc (6.4/10), and Eastside Elementary School (5.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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.

Top-Rated Schools in Haines City

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Lighthouse Christian Learning Center	7.0 / 10	Other	—	71th
2	Aba Haines City Inc	6.4 / 10	Other	—	49th
3	Eastside Elementary School	5.1 / 10	Elementary	—	27th
4	Daniel Jenkins Academy of Technology Middle School	5.1 / 10	Middle	—	27th
5	Alta Vista Elementary School	5.0 / 10	Elementary	—	25th
6	Esthers School Inc - Haines City	4.8 / 10	Other	—	11th
7	Bethune Academy	4.5 / 10	Elementary	—	16th
8	Shelley S. Boone Middle School	4.3 / 10	Middle	—	13th
9	Haines City Senior High School	4.2 / 10	High	—	12th
10	Sandhill Elementary School	3.1 / 10	Elementary	—	2th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.0/10
Median household income: $60,426
Median home value: $212,700
Bachelor's degree or higher: 17%
Avg commute: 36 min
Owner-occupied homes: 70%

How Haines City compares

Florida rank

#266 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.3

below Florida avg (6.3)

Median household income

$60k

81% of Florida median

Schools in this city

10

About Schools in Haines City, Florida

Haines City, Florida is home to 11 schools, including 7 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Haines City show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Haines City is Lighthouse Christian Learning Center with a composite score of 7.0/10, 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.

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Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Eastside Elementary School 668 students · Pre-K–5th	668	Pre-K–5th	5.1
2	Alta Vista Elementary School 760 students · Pre-K–5th	760	Pre-K–5th	5.0
3	Bethune Academy 430 students · Pre-K–5th	430	Pre-K–5th	4.5
4	Sandhill Elementary School 1,017 students · Pre-K–5th	1,017	Pre-K–5th	3.1

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Daniel Jenkins Academy of Technology Middle School 499 students · 6th–8th	499	6th–8th	5.1
2	Shelley S. Boone Middle School 1,421 students · 6th–8th	1,421	6th–8th	4.3

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Haines City Senior High School 2,914 students · 9th–12th	2,914	9th–12th	4.2
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Gcte Center Inc Private 23 students · 6th–12th	23	6th–12th	—

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Lighthouse Christian Learning Center Private 38 students · 1st–12th	38	1st–12th	7.0
2	Aba Haines City Inc Private 109 students · Kindergarten–12th	109	Kindergarten–12th	6.4
3	Esthers School Inc - Haines City Private 91 students · Kindergarten–12th	91	Kindergarten–12th	4.8

Schools in Haines City

Haines City, Florida · 11 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: 4
Middle: 2
High: 2
Other: 3

Resources

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School District

POLK

167 schools · 111,041 students

Nearby Cities

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Winterhaven (1 school)

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Eloise (1 school)

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Eagle Lake (4 schools)

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Intercession City (1 school)

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Auburndale (9 schools)

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Lake Wales (14 schools)

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Celebration (5 schools)

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Polk City (1 school)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Haines City, Florida

How many schools are in Haines City, Florida?

Haines City has 11 schools, including 7 public and 4 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 5.0 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 Lighthouse Christian Learning Center with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Haines City, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Haines City on MySchoolScout is Eastside Elementary School with a composite score of 5.1/10.

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 5.1/10.

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 4.2/10.

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 4 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Lighthouse Christian Learning Center with a score of 7.0/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Haines City, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Haines City is 17.2:1. 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.