5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Okeechobee, Florida

17 schools · 8 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High · 4 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 12

Private: 5

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Estimated Scores: 21%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $52,287
Median home value: $178,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 15%
Avg commute: 26 min
Owner-occupied homes: 73%

How Okeechobee compares

Florida rank

#231 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.5

below Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$52k

70% of Florida median

Schools in this city

14

About Schools in Okeechobee, Florida

Okeechobee, Florida is home to 17 schools, including 12 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Okeechobee show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Okeechobee is Rock Solid Christian Academy with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Okeechobee is served by 2 school districts: GLADES, OKEECHOBEE. These districts collectively serve 8,129 students.

Okeechobee's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,287. The poverty rate in the area is 19.9%.

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 ZIP: 34972 (9) 34974 (8)

Elementary Schools

8 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	PEMAYETV EMAHAKV CHARTER OUR WAY SCHOOL 294 students · Pre-K–8th	294	Pre-K–8th	7.3
2	SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 536 students · Pre-K–5th	536	Pre-K–5th	7.2
3	SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 541 students · Pre-K–5th	541	Pre-K–5th	6.8
4	EVERGLADES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 774 students · Pre-K–5th	774	Pre-K–5th	5.8
5	CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 548 students · Pre-K–5th	548	Pre-K–5th	5.0
6	NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 558 students · Pre-K–5th	558	Pre-K–5th	4.9
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	ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 161 students · Pre-K–8th	161	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private 9 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	9	Pre-K–Kindergarten	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	YEARLING MIDDLE SCHOOL 625 students · 6th–8th	625	6th–8th	6.7
2	OSCEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL 711 students · 6th–8th	711	6th–8th	5.5
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	OKEECHOBEE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 7 students · 1st–7th	7	1st–7th	Not Rated

High Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	OKEECHOBEE HIGH SCHOOL 1,741 students · 9th–12th	1,741	9th–12th	4.2
2	TANTIE 63 students · 7th–12th	63	7th–12th	4.2

Other Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	OKEECHOBEE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE 61 students · Kindergarten–12th	61	Kindergarten–12th	5.2
2	OKEECHOBEE ACHIEVEMENT ACADEMY 179 students · Pre-K–12th	179	Pre-K–12th	4.6
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	OKEECHOBEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private 203 students · Kindergarten–12th	203	Kindergarten–12th	Not Rated
2	TRINITY CHRISTIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Private 24 students · Kindergarten–11th	24	Kindergarten–11th	Not Rated

Schools in Okeechobee

Okeechobee, Florida · 17 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$52,287

Median Home Value

$178,100

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

43,179

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

73%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

19.9%

Community Profile

Okeechobee has a median household income of $52,287. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $178,100, with a median rent of $976/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.9%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Florida
Total Schools: 17
Elementary: 8
Middle: 3
High: 2
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

GLADES

9 schools · 1,792 students

OKEECHOBEE

13 schools · 6,337 students

Nearby Cities

Ft. Lauderdale (2 schools)

24 mi

Indiantown (3 schools)

28 mi

Canal Point (1 school)

30 mi

Port Saint Lucie (1 school)

28 mi

Port St. Lucie (27 schools)

29 mi

Pahokee (6 schools)

32 mi

Lake Placid (2 schools)

30 mi

Moore Haven (3 schools)

33 mi

Clewiston (2 schools)

34 mi

Fort Pierce (18 schools)

32 mi

Palmdale (1 school)

36 mi

Vero Beach (25 schools)

38 mi

Sebastian (1 school)

40 mi

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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 Okeechobee, Florida

How many schools are in Okeechobee, Florida?

Okeechobee has 17 schools, including 12 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Okeechobee, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Okeechobee is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

The top-ranked school in Okeechobee on MySchoolScout is Rock Solid Christian Academy with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Okeechobee, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Okeechobee on MySchoolScout is Rock Solid Christian Academy with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best middle school in Okeechobee, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Okeechobee on MySchoolScout is Yearling Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.

What is the best high school in Okeechobee, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Okeechobee on MySchoolScout is Okeechobee High School with a composite score of 4.2/10.

How many school districts serve Okeechobee, Florida?

Okeechobee is served by 2 school districts: Glades, Okeechobee.

What is the education level in Okeechobee, Florida?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Okeechobee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Okeechobee, Florida?

The median household income in Okeechobee is approximately $52,287 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Okeechobee, Florida?

Yes, Okeechobee has 5 private schools alongside 12 public schools. The top-rated private school is Rock Solid Christian Academy with a score of 7.6/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Okeechobee is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Okeechobee, 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.