The Highlands County School District is proud to share its 2025-2026 school grades, celebrating a successful year that saw the district maintain its overall rating of "B". This achievement reflects the dedication of our students, employees, families, and community partners who work together each day to support student success.
Superintendent Dr. Longshore stated: "Maintaining a district grade of "B" reflects the resilience and determination of our school community. We know there is more work to do, and we embrace that challenge with optimism and purpose. Together, we will continue to build on our strengths, support every school, and ensure that every student receives the high-quality education they deserve."
Thank you to our employees, School Board members, families, business partners, and community members for your support of Highlands County's students. Your commitment makes our success possible.
Key highlights from this year's school grades include:
Three schools successfully maintained their "A" status
Lake Placid Elementary School
Park Elementary School
Sun 'N Lake Elementary School
All Highlands County schools achieved a grade of "C" or higher
School Name | Grade 25/26 |
Avon Elementary School | B |
Avon Park High School | C |
Avon Park Middle School | C |
Cracker Trail Elementary School | B |
Fred Wild Elementary School | C |
Highlands Virtual School | C |
Hill-Gustat Middle School | B |
Lake Country Elementary School | B |
Lake Placid Elementary School | A |
Lake Placid High School | C |
Lake Placid Middle School | B |
Memorial Elementary School | C |
Park Elementary School | A |
Sebring High School | C |
Sebring Middle School | C |
Sun 'N Lake Elementary School | A |
Woodlawn Elementary School | B |
You can download raw data for Florida schools and districts from the FLDOE accountability page here: https://www.fldoe.org/accountability/accountability-reporting/school-grades/