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6.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Longwood, Florida

16 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 4 Other

Public: 7
Private: 9
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.7/10
Estimated Scores: 46%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.7/10

38% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$100,579

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$404,650

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
46%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
26 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
78%

Of occupied housing units

How Longwood compares

Florida rank

#94 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$101k

134% of Florida median

Schools in this city

13

About Schools in Longwood, Florida

Longwood, Florida is home to 16 schools, including 7 public schools and 9 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Longwood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Longwood is Woodlands Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Longwood is served by 1 school district: SEMINOLE. These districts collectively serve 65,443 students.

Longwood's community shows 46% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,579. The poverty rate in the area is 6.5%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (16) Elementary (9) Middle (2) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (16) Public (7) Private (9)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (16) Academics (16) Growth (7) Diversity (7) Resources (7)
Filter by ZIP: 32750 (11) 32779 (5)

Elementary Schools

9 schools
# School Rating
1
WOODLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
792 students · Pre-K–5th 		8.7
2
SABAL POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
928 students · Pre-K–5th 		8.2
3
WEKIVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
818 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.5
4
LONGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
612 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.4
Private Schools 5 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
LONGWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private
105 students · Pre-K–5th 		Not Rated
2
FOREST LAKE EDUCATION CENTER Private
645 students · Kindergarten–8th 		Not Rated
3
SANLANDO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private
12 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		Not Rated
4
COOPERATIVE SCHOOL AT NORTHLAND Private
11 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		Not Rated
5
OAK ARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private
9 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
ROCK LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL
914 students · 6th–8th 		7.4
2
MILWEE MIDDLE SCHOOL
1,373 students · 6th–8th 		5.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
LYMAN HIGH SCHOOL
2,056 students · 9th–12th 		5.9

Other Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1
PACE BRANTLEY SCHOOL Private
133 students · 3rd–12th 		Not Rated
2
ONE SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Private
476 students · Pre-K–12th 		Not Rated
3
INSPIRE LEARNING ACADEMY Private
72 students · Kindergarten–12th 		Not Rated
4
REVIVAL FIRE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private
31 students · Kindergarten–12th 		Not Rated

Schools in Longwood

Longwood, Florida · 16 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$100,579

Median Home Value

$404,650

Median Rent

$1,779/mo

Population

54,959

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Community Profile

Longwood has a median household income of $100,579. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $404,650, with a median rent of $1,779/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Florida
Total Schools
16
Elementary
9
Middle
2
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.7/10

Resources

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School District

SEMINOLE

76 schools · 65,443 students

Nearby Cities

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6 mi
Casselberry (7 schools)
5 mi
Sandford (1 school)
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Winter Springs (10 schools)
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Winter Park (21 schools)
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Apopka (31 schools)
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Sanford (34 schools)
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Oviedo (16 schools)
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Orlando (299 schools)
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Enterprise (2 schools)
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Other Major Cities in Florida

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Longwood, Florida

How many schools are in Longwood, Florida?

Longwood has 16 schools, including 7 public and 9 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Longwood, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Longwood is 6.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Longwood, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Longwood on MySchoolScout is Woodlands Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in Longwood, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Longwood on MySchoolScout is Woodlands Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Longwood, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Longwood on MySchoolScout is Rock Lake Middle School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best high school in Longwood, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Longwood on MySchoolScout is Lyman High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.

How many school districts serve Longwood, Florida?

Longwood is served by 1 school district: Seminole.

What is the education level in Longwood, Florida?

According to Census data, 46% of adults in Longwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Longwood, Florida?

The median household income in Longwood is approximately $100,579 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Longwood, Florida?

Yes, Longwood has 9 private schools alongside 7 public schools. The top-rated private school is Pace Brantley School with a score of 8.6/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Longwood is 15.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Longwood, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.