For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,948 students in Lecanto, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Lecanto, FL are Lecanto High School, Pace Center For Girls and Crest School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lecanto, FL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Lecanto have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Lecanto, FL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lecanto High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Lecanto, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lecanto High School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3810 W Educational Path
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 746-2334
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 746-2334
Gr: 9-12 | 1,735 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3630 W Educational Path
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 464-6520
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 464-6520
Gr: 6-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Crest School
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 S Panther Pride Dr
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 527-0303
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 527-0303
Gr: PK-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Srmi Renaissance Center
Alternative School
3630 W Educational Path
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 527-4567
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 527-4567
Gr: 4-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Lecanto, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Lecanto, FL include Lecanto High School, Pace Center For Girls and Crest School.
How many public high schools are located in Lecanto?
4 public high schools are located in Lecanto.
What is the racial composition of students in Lecanto?
Lecanto public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Lecanto are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Lecanto include: Crest School vs. Lecanto High School
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