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Best Schools in Webster, Florida

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 Other

Public: 2
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.4/10
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South Sumter Middle School

7.6/10

Middle · Sumter. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Webster Elementary School

5.3/10

Elementary · Sumter. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

3

2 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.4

out of 10

Median Home

$214,500

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Webster

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 South Sumter Middle School 7.6 / 10
2 Webster Elementary School 5.3 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.4/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$61,563

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$214,500

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
13%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
40 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
87%

Of occupied housing units

How Webster compares

Median household income

$62k

82% of Florida median

About Schools in Webster, Florida

Webster, Florida is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Webster 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 Webster is South Sumter Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Webster is served by 1 school district: SUMTER. These districts collectively serve 9,598 students.

Webster's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,563. The poverty rate in the area is 21.1%.

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 (3) Academics (2) Growth (2) Diversity (2) Resources (2)
Filter by ZIP: 33597 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Webster Elementary School
738 students · Pre-K–5th 		5.3

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
South Sumter Middle School
879 students · 6th–8th 		7.6

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Maranatha Christian Academy Private
14 students · Kindergarten–11th 		—

Schools in Webster

Webster, Florida · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$61,563

Median Home Value

$214,500

Median Rent

$829/mo

Population

9,424

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

87%

Avg Commute

40 min

Poverty Rate

21.1%

Community Profile

Webster has a median household income of $61,563. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $214,500, with a median rent of $829/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 40 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Florida
Elementary
1
Middle
1
Other
1

Resources

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School District

SUMTER

13 schools · 9,598 students

Nearby Cities

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5 mi
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Mascotte (2 schools)
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Groveland (6 schools)
15 mi
Wildwood (2 schools)
18 mi
Floral City (2 schools)
17 mi
Dade City (12 schools)
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Leesburg (13 schools)
20 mi
Fruitland Park (2 schools)
21 mi
The Villages (1 school)
22 mi
Howey Iin The Hills (1 school)
20 mi
Howey In The Hills (1 school)
20 mi
Inverness (7 schools)
22 mi
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21 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Webster, Florida

How many schools are in Webster, Florida?

Webster has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Webster, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Webster is 6.4 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 Webster, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Webster on MySchoolScout is South Sumter Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

What is the best elementary school in Webster, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Webster on MySchoolScout is Webster Elementary School with a composite score of 5.3/10.

What is the best middle school in Webster, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Webster on MySchoolScout is South Sumter Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

How many school districts serve Webster, Florida?

Webster is served by 1 school district: Sumter.

What is the education level in Webster, Florida?

According to Census data, 13% of adults in Webster have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Webster, Florida?

The median household income in Webster is approximately $61,563 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Webster, Florida?

Yes, Webster has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Webster is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Webster, 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.

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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.