Academics wise, we also excel. I was my only motivation, which is fine, but there should be more support for the kids. Almost all of the teachers I've had stayed after school to provide assistance to students that needed it. Though it may not be the most amazing school in terms of student affairs and grade averages, the faculty and staff care about their students and encourage personal growth. !Read 423 Reviews, Alum: I made lifelong friends at Winter Park High School, while getting a high school education from an A+ school that prepared me as a well rounded student going into college. Winter Park High School is known for their high level sports teams which helped students play at the collegiate level like I did. The school has helped me learn how to take a stand and become a great member of a team and how to become a good leader after I graduate! The campus is beautiful, the openness of it all really makes travelling between classes refreshing, and some of the teachers are world-class instructors. Belen Jesuit has formed me to be the man I am today. I've matured through the years. I am currently a senior and Miami Northwestern staff is helping me through this whole college process! They pushed me to succeed. This school is excellent and we highly recommend it! Lots to say about Christopher Columbus High School (CCHS). I have been impressed with the level of academic rigor and high expectations. I have never experienced the type of support from teachers and staff before, and I can say that because I have been to a different high school every year since my high school career. It also helps kids get prepared for college work and teaching styles of professors. People are somewhat friendly. Our sport teams are amazing too. Flagler Palm Coast offers 2 to 4 year programs that train students to become a veterinary assistant, an emergency medical responder, a firefighter, or even a phlebotomist! School spirit week is so fun because of how involved and creative students can get! So basically everyone knows everyone. Almost all of the teachers I've had stayed after school to provide assistance to students that needed it. It also helps kids get prepared for college work and teaching styles of professors. The school offers a lot of sports opportunities and clubs as well.Read 669 Reviews, Senior: Making friends, running track, running cross country. The school environment is amazing and bullying is less prevalent than if I would have attended a co-ed school. The arts teachers will take time out of their day to show they really care about their students by helping them achieve their goals. (They were also immediately on top of things when the COVID-19 Pandemic hit easily transitioning to online education. Though it may not be the most amazing school in terms of student affairs and grade averages, the faculty and staff care about their students and encourage personal growth.Read 226 Reviews, Senior: Oviedo High School is full to the brim with opportunities - there are at least 30 AP classes available (which can take care of college credits! ), competitive sports teams that can help earn you scholarships to college, after-school clubs to get involved with the community and the environment, and teachers and staff that are willing and happy to help. High school football scores for Tampa Bay, playoff edition This week’s action from Hernando, Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Sophomore spring break was the best experience I have ever had. Florida A&M. All of the teachers were very knowledgeable and cared about each individual student. They also have one of the top rated sports programs in the country with almost every sport available. They allow you to grow in your community by joining clubs and teams that show you what friendship and fun looks like. Explore the best public high schools sports programs serving your area. I am excited to see how the rest of the year goes. Although it is difficult to get enough funding and regional support, it is all the school and students need to reach new heights.Read 99 Reviews, Senior: Quality education with various sports, clubs, and activities to get involved with. The shows and plays of the theater department are spectacular, and although there is not yet a proper theater, the size of the black box is sufficient and the set design is amazing. The sports and fine arts programs offer many different opportunities for students to improve themselves outside of academics. I tell people this a lot: during one of my very first days at the school, I remember passing by a group of kids speaking Chinese, then by another group speaking Russian, then another speaking Spanish, then Portuguese! I started almost halfway through freshman year at CCHS. I wish I would have attended this school all four years. For example my counselor Amy Kennair will sit there with me and go through Career ideas, college options, scholarships, EVERYTHING! I am currently a senior and Miami Northwestern staff is helping me through this whole college process! With Academics and Sports, CCHS is a great school. Explore the best high school sports programs based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Also there is need for more respect and school pride . This school also has numerous courses that are really interesting. Volunteer hours are required for each student to graduate. There are plenty of student friendly breakfast options nearby and it is located across from a public library. Florida ranks as the 3rd state in terms of student enrollment and 3rd in terms of total number of schools. High school football teams prepare for playoffs, learn who they'll play Florida high school football teams that opted into the playoffs this year learned who they will be playing this week. No better to prepare me for my next journey than Florida High. One thing I could say about this school is that it has so much school spirit. This school made me feel so comfortable and safe!! I wish we had more new “modern” teachers. Everyone tries to encourage and motivate each other. We have clubs such as the GSA, (gay and straight alliance), the Jewish Student Union, the HSHT (High School High Tech), and the Ebony Society club. I suppose that's typical, but it still put a damper on my experience. One thing I could say about this school is that it has so much school spirit. The administrative team is always courteous and willing the help students to resolve issues that arise throughout the day, whether personal or conflicts that sometimes arise between students or teacher and students. 2021 Best Public High Schools for Athletes in Florida About this List Explore the best public high schools sports programs serving your area. Winter Park felt like a community and everyone went out to support each other at all of the different events going on. Class of 2021!! We have good sports teams that help kids get connected and do what the love. The FPC staff and administration work really hard to make sure every student succeeds, and for that every student feels like they are wanted. Bartram Trail High School is an excellent school, with administrators and teachers who will help and encourage you, while still providing you with a good education and preparing you fully for college. It is obvious that OHS wants students to exceed. The relative small size of the school makes it feel like a family. Sports are really good! I am excited to see how the rest of the year goes. Our sport teams are amazing too. They have great academics and sports that help kids achieve many things. The teachers are okay. Not a lot of diversity. This has been such an awarding experience knowing I'm giving back to my community and school. I learned a lot here, I could say this school made me who I am today. There is a good variety of sports, clubs and extracurricular activities in addition to the core classes and electives they can choose from. Miami Northwestern made learning fun. Not a lot of kids really joined clubs. Most of the teachers are excellent, but lacking a little in the Biology department specifically. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale) IMG Academy (Bradenton) Central (Miami) Northwestern (Miami) Edgewater (Orlando) Booker T. Washington (Miami) Armwood (Seffner) Columbus (Miami) Jones (Orlando) Moral of the story, this has been the best school I've ever attended. I struggled my first two years but I was able to succeed and get better my last two years. I met a lot of other students from many different backgrounds and lifestyles. I am forever grateful for Winter Park High School and still go back to this day to visit my teachers, administrators, police officers, and coaches! They pushed me to succeed. This school paves a way for students, especially African American students. I had the opportunity to explore different subjects and find my niche while obtaining an associates degree and none of the financial burden. Ratio of students to full-time equivalent teachers. They pushed me to succeed. See a listing of Florida colleges and universities at U.S. News Best Colleges. Mostly Caucasian. For more information, please contact the school. I've learned how to be heard and be a leader. My experience at William M. Raines was remarkable from the teachers ,administrators , and the students . The staffs are great. The school had a large range of classes and resources. The opportunities are endless! The school provides a challenging curriculum that prepares students for the rigor of college academics ; there are many different classes and several academic programs which allow students to explore possible interests and find out what we enjoy. I definitely recommend coming here though if you are considering it. We have clubs such as the GSA, (gay and straight alliance), the Jewish Student Union, the HSHT (High School High Tech), and the Ebony Society club. They offer a large amount of sports for many different kinds of people. For example, administration handled disputes and bullying situations horribly, and would just make the kids write a "written statement" just so it would look like they did something to take action, when in reality they did nothing. High school wasn’t really a fun experience for me because I had move high school. Being at Cardinal Gibbons is a great place to be! Miami Northwestern Senior High School is a great school. There is not a lot to choose from. Always making sure we’re safe and sound. The theatre program is the schools best quality with outstanding opportunities to learn, grow, and participate. Sports are really good! I wish there were more options. I never really enjoyed there lunch because I never ate it. Parent: We love Saint Thomas Aquinas High School! I personally found the health science classes very informative and useful since I plan on pursuing a health care career. As a Gulliver lifer who attended the school from first to twelve grade, and now as a parent of a girl and boy who are both attending, I can tell how the school does a remarkable job of educating, guiding, nurturing, and helping students be their best student, classmate, teammate, and active leader and participant in extracurricular and community service. This school definitely prepared me for college! They offer a large amount of sports for many different kinds of people. Any student can be involved in as many clubs, honor societies, sports, and extra curricular activities as their schedule will allow! This is a competitive school. Looking for score from across the entire state? For the little time I was here, I could say it was the best. Teachers were ready and offered online classes, materials, videos, and school work online.). There are plenty of student friendly breakfast options nearby and it is located across from a public library. One thing I would like to see change is the conflicts between students. Despite these issues I have, I think Bolles is a very compelling option for many highschoolers who want to build a solid foundation to prepare themselves for college.Read 156 Reviews, Senior: During my journey at Florida high university school I've learned a lot. Flagler Palm Coast High School makes sure to include every student of every gender, race, religion, and economic background, due to our very diverse group of students. There are many different clubs and teachers to give in the school that will truly help the student not only in the class but in real life scenarios. I was originally planning on moving outside of Tampa, but things changed last minute and I ended up at TC. Miami Northwestern Senior High School is a great school. One thing however I would like to see change is the food! Read more on how this ranking was calculated. Compare the best high school sports programs in your area. People are somewhat friendly. I wish we had more new “modern” teachers. The school culture is strong and makes you feel part of a family, evident in the annual tómbola festival. Thanks!Read 447 Reviews, Senior: Throughout my past four years at Charlotte High School, I have learned so much. Mostly Caucasian. I've overcome some obstacles that were quite tough but through prayer, family and friend support I've successfully succeeded. I’ve also been able to travel. Winter Park felt like a community and everyone went out to support each other at all of the different events going on. Whether it was the fact that I was “bored” or the idea that my teachers found me too chatty, I found my younger self always clinging to my bed whenever my mom told me it was time to start a new day. Compare the best high school sports programs in your area. The FPC staff and administration work really hard to make sure every student succeeds, and for that every student feels like they are wanted. I feel it has allowed me to improve and strive for a fulfilling role in life. Kids are very well prepared for top notch universities after attending STA. It’s a small school, but it’s such a family-orientated school. Not a lot of kids really joined clubs. Class of 2021!! Everyone tries to encourage and motivate each other. Football Academy Overview. There are many different clubs and teachers to give in the school that will truly help the student not only in the class but in real life scenarios.Read 472 Reviews, Alum: Bishop Kenny does not compare to any other high school in Jacksonville. Find out what school district you are in and what school you are zoned for by exploring our school boundary maps. People are somewhat friendly. There is an Ib program that allows students to grow in their academics, and helps prepare kids for college. The administrators were extremely nice and would help out in any way they could and made sure that our high school experience was enjoyable. We are not Catholic but my son has navigated that well and even enjoys the mandatory religion class he takes each year. Sports are really good! I'm sad to be leaving it behind after this year, this school will always hold amazing memories for me. The staffs are great. At Tampa Bay Christian Academy, students are well-cared for academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. My daughter had her heart set on going here for a long time and it's completely met her expectations! I was excited to go to school. I have grown to be friends with many if the students here, and I’m happy to be involved in such a diverse community!Read 314 Reviews, Alum: The teachers I had were excellent and very kind and attentive. I wish I would have attended this school all four years. I will always remember high school as such a positive and fun time while getting an amazing education. Salisbury School Photo - Salisbury School Dinning Hall. They allow you to grow in your community by joining clubs and teams that show you what friendship and fun looks like. Compare the best high school sports programs in your area. The teachers I had were excellent and very kind and attentive. The in between it all and the behind the scenes should continue to be improved. They have implemented after-school tutoring and teachers allow students to come in before or after school if they have questions or need help. The school had a large range of classes and resources. The school helps prepare the students with testing preparation and the college application process. The Heritage community is so inclusive and supportive that everyone can be themselves. Vero Beach High has opened my eyes to so many opportunities with teachers always doing what's best for their kids, and also teachers helping me decide on colleges and a path that fits me. We reviewed more than 24,000 U.S. public high schools; 598 Florida schools made our rankings. I wish there were more options. Always making sure we’re safe and sound. I had moved from Ecuador to Miami, FL in 2012. I didn’t know it at the time but that would be one of the best things to happen to. They have excellent variety of clubs and activities and a great cafeteria with many healthy choices everyday. Lots of stuck up rich kids. For the little time I was here, I could say it was the best. I was excited to go to school. Although it is difficult to get enough funding and regional support, it is all the school and students need to reach new heights. There have been many moments where I feel grateful for meeting my closest friends and being part of the IB program. The teachers are okay. I had many options when it came to clubs and activities. NSU University School has everything your child needs to get into the college of their dreams and be a success! :(Read 455 Reviews, Senior: My experience at Lake Mary High School has been a colorful one! In fact most schools in okaloosa county are. I definitely recommend coming here though if you are considering it. There are many fun activities that the school puts on like movie nights and senior field days. Mostly Caucasian. Extracurriculars are great programs here, specifically band and chorus. Teachers are caring, helpful, and professional. In addition, the workloads in some classes are just too much and provide very little benefit to the education of the students (lots of busywork in some classes). The campus was very large and wide like a small community college. I took AP classes, along with multiple art and science classes. Flagler Palm Coast high school offers so much to our community, and that makes me so proud to be a studentRead 570 Reviews, Senior: As I am now in my senior year, I have come to appreciate all the experiences I have had with attending a school in my community. It’s a small school, but it’s such a family-orientated school. I would highly recommend BK to anyone looking for a superior education that exceeds expectations for college prep.Read 215 Reviews, Senior: I really loved all the teachers and staff! While my high school journey has consisted of mostly joyous experiences, there are still improvements that I wish to see within the school. This school also has numerous courses that are really interesting. I am currently a senior and Miami Northwestern staff is helping me through this whole college process! 78 High School Football jobs available in Florida on Indeed.com. I graduated among students who struggled in their home lives and were given opportunity through Godby to enable them to succeed regardless. For example my counselor Amy Kennair will sit there with me and go through Career ideas, college options, scholarships, EVERYTHING! I have loved every second whether that be getting a long lecture from one of my teachers or sitting in the bleachers with my best friends watching the football game. With seven state title appearances and six championships, Miami Central is the most dominant high school football program in the state of Florida over the past 10 years. Of course me and my friends went and it was an unbelievable experience. This school prides itself, and rightly so, on developing the spiritual growth of each student while preparing him/her for the rigors of life beyond MCC. Not a lot of diversity. I met a lot of other students from many different backgrounds and lifestyles. The quality of academic programs is outstanding, the different tracks of AP, IB, Honors and College Preparatory allow each student to excel the best way they can and to pursue a broad offering of courses, activities, and co-curriculars. Read more on how this ranking was calculated. The staffs are great. I've matured through the years. :(. I'm sad to be leaving it behind after this year, this school will always hold amazing memories for me.Read 517 Reviews, Alum: The academics were very rigorous and prepared me well for the challenges of life. ), competitive sports teams that can help earn you scholarships to college, after-school clubs to get involved with the community and the environment, and teachers and staff that are willing and happy to help. This program also teaches kids to deal with challenges and work through them. I didn’t really see a lot of school culture. I never thought I would say this but I really am going to miss going to school but I will take everything I learned with me. 2021 Best Private High Schools in America, 2021 Best Boarding High Schools in America, 2021 Best Charter High Schools in America, 2021 Best Public Elementary Schools in America, 2021 Most Diverse School Districts in America. Throughout my childhood, I really had a strong dislike for school. I learned a lot here, I could say this school made me who I am today. There is a college-readiness counselor assigned to each student. They truly believe it takes a village to raise a child to become a confident, upstanding young adult. I was my only motivation, which is fine, but there should be more support for the kids. All kids are provided with a laptop when they start school at STA. They also maintain a strong relationship with their alumni. The amount of pride this school has is so remarkable and it is amazing to see the traditions being passed down year after year. Best High Schools in Florida. Without the teachers, administration, and the rest of the staff, I would not have been admitted and accepted into Princeton University. Sports are really good! Compare the best high school sports programs in your area. This school has shown me what it means to truly be a part of something bigger than yourself. Not a lot of kids really joined clubs. It was just the things that the human eye didn't see that was the problem. This school has very nice teachers that are caring, compassionate, hardworking, and dedicated. I've been a student at this school for 4 years and I must say it has been such an amazing experience. The school has helped me learn how to take a stand and become a great member of a team and how to become a good leader after I graduate! Find out what school district you are in and what school you are zoned for by exploring our school boundary maps. Apopka high schools diverse and welcoming environment really helped me make new friends and grow strong relationships with my teachers. The school offers a lot of sports opportunities and clubs as well. One of the best debates for football enthusiasts and purists is trying to determine which states, regions and metropolitan areas have the best high school football in the country. We have good sports teams that help kids get connected and do what the love. My son’s teachers are consistently available and more than willing to help when asked. It is obvious that OHS wants students to exceed. They wanted the best for me and be the best I can be. College Choice has compiled a list of the 25 best schools for college football. The sports are top notch, having won state champions in football, volleyball, and more. Our family recommends this school for anyone looking for a fun, caring, educationally-excellent, and affordable Christian school in which to place your child/children.Read 14 Reviews. They offer a large amount of sports for many different kinds of people. We love Saint Thomas Aquinas High School! I am excited to see how the rest of the year goes. IMG Academy is the nation’s premier prep football program. I've matured through the years. The sports are top notch, having won state champions in football, volleyball, and more. Thanks! I'm a member of SGA and I'm Key club president. 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