For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 4,971 students in Sanford, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Sanford, FL are Crooms Academy Of Information Technology, Hospital Homebound Program and Scps Consequence Unit. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sanford, FL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Sanford have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public high schools.
Sanford, FL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Crooms Academy Of Information Technology, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Sanford, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crooms Academy Of Information Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2200 W 13th St
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-5750
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-5750
Gr: 9-12 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Hospital Homebound Program
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 E Lake Mary Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 320-0209
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 320-0209
Gr: PK-12 | 28 students Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Scps Consequence Unit
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1151 E 28th St
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 708-7640
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 708-7640
Gr: 6-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Seminole High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Ridgewood Ave
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 320-5050
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 320-5050
Gr: 9-12 | 3,807 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Elevation High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4243 N Us Highway 17/92
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 732-5788
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 732-5788
Gr: 9-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
John Polk Alternative School
Alternative School
400 E Lake Mary Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 330-6750
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 330-6750
Gr: 6-12 | 6 students
Rank: n/an/a
Journeys Academy
Alternative School
1722 W Airport Blvd
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-7827
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-7827
Gr: 1-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Seminole County Detention Center
Alternative School
400 E Lake Mary Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 320-0317
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 320-0317
Gr: 4-12 | 31 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
400 E Lake Mary Blvd
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 871-7287
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 871-7287
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Sanford, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Sanford, FL include Crooms Academy Of Information Technology, Hospital Homebound Program and Scps Consequence Unit.
How many public high schools are located in Sanford?
9 public high schools are located in Sanford.
What is the racial composition of students in Sanford?
Sanford public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Sanford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Sanford include: Crooms Academy Of Information Technology vs. Seminole High School
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