For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 230 students in 34737, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34737, FL are Lake Success Academy and Lake Hills School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34737 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34737, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34737, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Success Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
525 N Georgia Ave
Howey In The Hills, FL 34737
(352) 742-6985
Howey In The Hills, FL 34737
(352) 742-6985
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Lake Hills School
Special Education School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
909 S Lakeshore Blvd
Howey In The Hills, FL 34737
(352) 324-3175
Howey In The Hills, FL 34737
(352) 324-3175
Gr: PK-12 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 34737, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34737, FL include Lake Success Academy and Lake Hills School.
How many public middle schools are located in 34737?
2 public middle schools are located in 34737.
What is the racial composition of students in 34737?
34737 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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