For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,128 students in 33870, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 33870, FL are Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program, Highlands Virtual School and Sebring High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33870 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33870, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33870 have a Graduation Rate of 78%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sebring High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33870, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
426 School St
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5583
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5583
Gr: K-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Highlands Virtual School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
426 School St
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5610
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5610
Gr: K-12 | 133 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Sebring High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3514 Kenilworth Blvd
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5500
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,901 student Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
The Academy At Youth Care Lane
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4121 Youth Care Ln
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5457
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5457
Gr: 4-12 | 70 students Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Highlands County Schools Jail Program
Alternative School
426 School St
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5583
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5583
Gr: 8-12 | 3 students
33870, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4121 Youth Care Lane
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 386-5250
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 386-5250
Alternative Unlimited Drop Back In Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
426 School St
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5555
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-5555
Gr: 9-12
Highlands County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
4426 School Street
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-556
Sebring, FL 33870
(863) 471-556
Gr: PK-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 33870, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33870, FL include Highlands County Hospital/homebound Program, Highlands Virtual School and Sebring High School.
How many public high schools are located in 33870?
6 public high schools are located in 33870.
What is the racial composition of students in 33870?
33870 public high schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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