Monroe County Schools & Education
Monroe County, Florida
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
74/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
92.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,238
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,118
School Score
74/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 36/100
State Score Position
#1
of 67 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Monroe County
Measured School Summary
Monroe County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 74/100 and a graduation rate of 92.0%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Monroe County spends $9,238 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 105% above the Florida average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 2.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 51% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Monroe County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
24 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
74/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #1 of 67 Florida counties with school score data.
Completion
92.0%
2.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$9,238
$3,120 above the state average
School coverage
24
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Monroe County has 24 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Monroe County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Dominant-district county
MONROE carries most of the listed public-school system, with 24 of 24 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.
State position
#1
of 67 Florida counties with school score data. The county score is 38 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
MONROE
Elementary and high visible
8,929 students
24 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
MONROE is the largest listed district slice, with 24 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Monroe County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Monroe County, Florida
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Island Education for Nearly 9,000 Students
Monroe County serves 8,929 students across 24 public schools in the Florida Keys. The landscape is primarily made up of 13 elementary schools and 9 high schools.
High Funding and Exceptional Graduation Rates
Monroe County leads with a 92.0% graduation rate, well above the national 87.0% benchmark. This success is backed by a high per-pupil expenditure of $9,238, which far exceeds the Florida average of $6,118.
Traditional District with Strong Charter Presence
The Monroe School District manages all 24 schools, and 25.0% of these are charter institutions. This mix of six charter schools provides specialized options for families living throughout the Keys.
Small Schools with a Town Feel
The average school size is just 388 students, creating a personalized feel in this town-heavy locale. Key West High School is the largest campus with 1,352 students, followed by Horace O'Bryant School at 1,014.
School Overview
Total Schools
24
in Monroe County
Reported Enrollment
8,929
24 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
6
25% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Monroe County
24 Public Schools in Monroe County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 2 high-enrollment schools; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 24 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL | Profile | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | 9–12 | High | 1,352 |
| HORACE O'BRYANT SCHOOL | Profile | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | PK–8 | Primary | 1,014 |
| KEY LARGO SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | KEY LARGO, 33037Rural: Fringe | PK–8 | Primary | 773 |
| CORAL SHORES HIGH SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | TAVERNIER, 33070Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 767 |
| MARATHON SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | MARATHON, 33050Town: Remote | 6–12 | High | 707 |
| SUGARLOAF SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | SUMMERLAND KEY, 33042Rural: Fringe | PK–8 | Primary | 673 |
| GERALD ADAMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 669 |
| STANLEY SWITLIK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | MARATHON, 33050Town: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 592 |
| POINCIANA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 570 |
| PLANTATION KEY SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | TAVERNIER, 33070Town: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 565 |
| SIGSBEE CHARTER SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | KG–8 | Charter | 531 |
| TREASURE VILLAGE MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | ISLAMORADA, 33036Town: Distant | PK–8 | Charter | 204 |
| OCEAN STUDIES CHARTER | Record | MONROE | TAVERNIER, 33070Town: Distant | KG–8 | Charter | 180 |
| BIG PINE ACADEMY | Record | MONROE | BIG PINE KEY, 33043Rural: Fringe | PK–5 | Charter | 101 |
| MAY SANDS MONTESSORI SCHOOL | Record | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | PK–8 | Charter | 94 |
| SOMERSET ISLAND PREP | Record | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | 9–12 | Charter | 82 |
| MONROE VIRTUAL FRANCHISE | Record | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | 2–12 | Virtual | 30 |
| MONROE VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | Record | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | KG–12 | Virtual | 7 |
| UPPER KEYS ACADEMIC CONNECTIONS FOR EXCELLENCE | Record | MONROE | TAVERNIER, 33070Town: Distant | 6–12 | Alternative | 6 |
| KEYS CENTER | Record | MONROE | KEY WEST, 33040Town: Remote | 8–12 | Alternative | 5 |
KEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL
MONROE
KEY WEST, 33040 / Town: Remote
HORACE O'BRYANT SCHOOL
MONROE
KEY WEST, 33040 / Town: Remote
TREASURE VILLAGE MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL
MONROE
ISLAMORADA, 33036 / Town: Distant
UPPER KEYS ACADEMIC CONNECTIONS FOR EXCELLENCE
MONROE
TAVERNIER, 33070 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,238
State avg $6,118
Compare Nearby Counties
Review Monroe County against other counties using the same NCES-backed metrics.
Open CompareBrowse Public Schools
See school-level enrollment, grade ranges, school type, and district affiliation.
View SchoolsFrequently Asked Questions
Which Florida counties have the highest graduation rates?
What is per-pupil spending like in Florida?
How should I read the school score in Monroe County?
What is the graduation rate in Monroe County?
How much does Monroe County spend per student?
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Monroe County, Florida — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Monroe County, Florida?
Monroe County serves 8,929 students across 24 public schools in the Florida Keys. The landscape is primarily made up of 13 elementary schools and 9 high schools.
How do schools in Monroe County perform academically?
Monroe County leads with a 92.0% graduation rate, well above the national 87.0% benchmark. This success is backed by a high per-pupil expenditure of $9,238, which far exceeds the Florida average of $6,118.
What are the major school districts in Monroe County, Florida?
The Monroe School District manages all 24 schools, and 25.0% of these are charter institutions. This mix of six charter schools provides specialized options for families living throughout the Keys.
What is the school experience like in Monroe County?
The average school size is just 388 students, creating a personalized feel in this town-heavy locale. Key West High School is the largest campus with 1,352 students, followed by Horace O'Bryant School at 1,014.
Counties with Similar School Profile
Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.