5.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Leesburg, Florida

13 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 3 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 7

Private: 6

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.4/10

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Leesburg for 2026 are Lake Preparatory School, Inc. (7.7/10), Better Life Academy (6.6/10), and First Academy-leesburg (6.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 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 Leesburg

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 13). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Lake Preparatory School, Inc.	7.7 / 10	Elementary	—	89th
2	Better Life Academy	6.6 / 10	Other	—	58th
3	First Academy-leesburg	6.6 / 10	Other	—	57th
4	Lake Montessori School	6.2 / 10	Other	—	45th
5	Treadway Elementary School	5.5 / 10	Elementary	—	35th
6	Beverly Shores Elementary School	5.0 / 10	Elementary	—	25th
7	Oak Park Middle School	4.6 / 10	Middle	—	18th
8	Carver Middle School	4.6 / 10	Middle	—	18th
9	Leesburg Elementary School	4.5 / 10	Elementary	—	17th
10	Rimes Early Learning & Literacy Center	4.2 / 10	Elementary	—	12th

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: 5.4/10
Median household income: $55,623
Median home value: $197,550
Bachelor's degree or higher: 22%
Avg commute: 29 min
Owner-occupied homes: 78%

How Leesburg compares

Florida rank

#240 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.9

below Florida avg (6.3)

Median household income

$56k

74% of Florida median

Schools in this city

11

About Schools in Leesburg, Florida

Leesburg, Florida is home to 13 schools, including 7 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Leesburg 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 Leesburg is Lake Preparatory School, Inc. with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Leesburg is served by 1 school district: LAKE. These districts collectively serve 48,285 students.

Leesburg's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,623. The poverty rate in the area is 12.2%.

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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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (13) Academics (7) Growth (7) Diversity (7) Resources (7)

Filter by ZIP: 34748 (10) 34788 (3)

Elementary Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Treadway Elementary School 893 students · Pre-K–5th	893	Pre-K–5th	5.5
2	Beverly Shores Elementary School 616 students · Pre-K–5th	616	Pre-K–5th	5.0
3	Leesburg Elementary School 871 students · Pre-K–5th	871	Pre-K–5th	4.5
4	Rimes Early Learning & Literacy Center 248 students · Pre-K–2nd	248	Pre-K–2nd	4.2
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Lake Preparatory School, Inc. Private 90 students · Pre-K–8th	90	Pre-K–8th	7.7
2	Create Conservatory Private 14 students · Kindergarten–5th	14	Kindergarten–5th	—

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Oak Park Middle School 558 students · 6th–8th	558	6th–8th	4.6
2	Carver Middle School 724 students · 6th–8th	724	6th–8th	4.6

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Leesburg High School 1,774 students · 9th–12th	1,774	9th–12th	3.8
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	Milestones Community School of Lake County Private 13 students · 5th–12th	13	5th–12th	—

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Better Life Academy Private 57 students · Kindergarten–12th	57	Kindergarten–12th	6.6
2	First Academy-leesburg Private 455 students · Kindergarten–12th	455	Kindergarten–12th	6.6
3	Lake Montessori School Private 161 students · Pre-K–12th	161	Pre-K–12th	6.2

Schools in Leesburg

Leesburg, Florida · 13 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$55,623

Median Home Value

$197,550

Median Rent

$1,283/mo

Population

67,827

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

12.2%

Community Profile

Leesburg has a median household income of $55,623. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $197,550, with a median rent of $1,283/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Florida
Elementary: 6
Middle: 2
High: 2
Other: 3

Resources

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School District

LAKE

61 schools · 48,285 students

Nearby Cities

Fruitland Park (2 schools)

4 mi

Lady Lake (3 schools)

8 mi

Howey Iin The Hills (1 school)

9 mi

Tavares (9 schools)

9 mi

Howey In The Hills (1 school)

The Villages (1 school)

12 mi

Eustis (10 schools)

13 mi

Mount Dora (9 schools)

14 mi

Umatilla (3 schools)

14 mi

Summerfield (4 schools)

16 mi

Mascotte (2 schools)

17 mi

Groveland (6 schools)

18 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Leesburg, Florida

How many schools are in Leesburg, Florida?

Leesburg has 13 schools, including 7 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Leesburg, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Leesburg is 5.4 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 Leesburg, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Leesburg on MySchoolScout is Lake Preparatory School, Inc. with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Leesburg, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Leesburg on MySchoolScout is Lake Preparatory School, Inc. with a composite score of 7.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Leesburg, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Leesburg on MySchoolScout is Oak Park Middle School with a composite score of 4.6/10.

What is the best high school in Leesburg, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Leesburg on MySchoolScout is Leesburg High School with a composite score of 3.8/10.

How many school districts serve Leesburg, Florida?

Leesburg is served by 1 school district: Lake.

What is the education level in Leesburg, Florida?

According to Census data, 22% of adults in Leesburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Leesburg, Florida?

The median household income in Leesburg is approximately $55,623 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Leesburg, Florida?

Yes, Leesburg has 6 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Lake Preparatory School, Inc. with a score of 7.7/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Leesburg, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Leesburg is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Leesburg, 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.