6.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in St. Cloud, Florida

16 schools · 9 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 13

Private: 3

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Estimated Scores: 13%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.6/10
Median household income: $82,366
Median home value: $350,567
Bachelor's degree or higher: 32%
Avg commute: 37 min
Owner-occupied homes: 78%

How St. Cloud compares

Florida rank

#112 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$82k

110% of Florida median

Schools in this city

15

About Schools in St. Cloud, Florida

St. Cloud, Florida is home to 16 schools, including 13 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in St. Cloud show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in St. Cloud is Canoe Creek K-8 with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

St. Cloud is served by 1 school district: OSCEOLA. These districts collectively serve 74,289 students.

St. Cloud's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,366. The poverty rate in the area is 8.9%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (16) Elementary (9) Middle (3) High (1)

Filter by Type: All Types (16) Public (13) Private (3)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (16) Academics (16) Growth (13) Diversity (13) Resources (13)

Filter by ZIP: 34769 (9) 34772 (4) 34771 (3)

Elementary Schools

9 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	CANOE CREEK K-8 1,197 students · Pre-K–8th	1,197	Pre-K–8th	8.6
2	HICKORY TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 984 students · Pre-K–5th	984	Pre-K–5th	7.6
3	CREATIVE INSPIRATION JOURNEY SCHOOL OF ST CLOUD 590 students · Pre-K–8th	590	Pre-K–8th	7.0
4	MICHIGAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 904 students · Pre-K–5th	904	Pre-K–5th	6.9
5	NARCOOSSEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1,479 students · Pre-K–5th	1,479	Pre-K–5th	6.9
6	ST. CLOUD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 763 students · Pre-K–5th	763	Pre-K–5th	6.6
7	LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 773 students · Pre-K–5th	773	Pre-K–5th	6.5
8	NEPTUNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 978 students · Pre-K–5th	978	Pre-K–5th	6.1
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	ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private 287 students · Pre-K–8th	287	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	NARCOOSSEE MIDDLE SCHOOL 1,390 students · 6th–8th	1,390	6th–8th	6.6
2	ST. CLOUD MIDDLE SCHOOL 1,200 students · 6th–8th	1,200	6th–8th	6.0
3	HARMONY MIDDLE SCHOOL 1,077 students · 6th–8th	1,077	6th–8th	5.2

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	ST. CLOUD HIGH SCHOOL 2,369 students · 9th–12th	2,369	9th–12th	5.2

Other Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	OSCEOLA VIRTUAL FRANCHISE (SECONDARY) 203 students · Kindergarten–12th	203	Kindergarten–12th	7.0
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	ARTS THEREAFTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Private 74 students · Kindergarten–11th	74	Kindergarten–11th	Not Rated
2	CHRIST CENTERED ACADEMICS Private 16 students · Kindergarten–11th	16	Kindergarten–11th	Not Rated

Schools in St. Cloud

St. Cloud, Florida · 16 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes

Median Income

$82,366

Median Home Value

$350,567

Median Rent

$1,639/mo

Population

94,157

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

37 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Community Profile

St. Cloud has a median household income of $82,366. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $350,567, with a median rent of $1,639/month. The local poverty rate of 8.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 37 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Florida
Total Schools: 16
Elementary: 9
Middle: 3
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.6/10

Resources

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School District

OSCEOLA

86 schools · 74,289 students

Nearby Cities

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Hialeah Gardens (1 school)

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Belle Isle (2 schools)

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Intercession City (1 school)

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Poinciana (3 schools)

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Vineland (1 school)

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Orlando (299 schools)

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Celebration (5 schools)

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Davenport (16 schools)

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Winter Park (21 schools)

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Haines City (11 schools)

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Windermere (10 schools)

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Gotha (2 schools)

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Other Major Cities in Florida

Top metros statewide by school count.

Jacksonville 296 schools Tampa 239 schools Hialeah 118 schools Pensacola 89 schools Tallahassee 83 schools

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 St. Cloud, Florida

How many schools are in St. Cloud, Florida?

St. Cloud has 16 schools, including 13 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in St. Cloud, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in St. Cloud is 6.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in St. Cloud, Florida?

The top-ranked school in St. Cloud on MySchoolScout is Canoe Creek K-8 with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in St. Cloud, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in St. Cloud on MySchoolScout is Canoe Creek K-8 with a composite score of 8.6/10.

What is the best middle school in St. Cloud, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in St. Cloud on MySchoolScout is Narcoossee Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

What is the best high school in St. Cloud, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in St. Cloud on MySchoolScout is St. Cloud High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.

How many school districts serve St. Cloud, Florida?

St. Cloud is served by 1 school district: Osceola.

What is the education level in St. Cloud, Florida?

According to Census data, 32% of adults in St. Cloud have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in St. Cloud, Florida?

The median household income in St. Cloud is approximately $82,366 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in St. Cloud, Florida?

Yes, St. Cloud has 3 private schools alongside 13 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School with a score of 6.4/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in St. Cloud, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in St. Cloud is 16.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in St. Cloud, 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.