Top Private Schools in Orlando for Quality Education

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In a recent ranking by Stacker, several private K-12 institutions in the Orlando metro area have been highlighted for their academic excellence in 2025. The rankings are based on data from Niche, considering factors such as college scores, enrollment numbers, and student-to-teacher ratios. The list includes highly-rated schools from cities like Sanford, Kissimmee, and Apopka, offering parents a variety of educational choices for their children. This evaluation emphasizes both academic and cultural diversity, ensuring families can select the best fit for their educational needs.

Orlando, FL – In an extensive evaluation of private K-12 institutions, Stacker has released a comprehensive ranking showcasing the top private schools in the Orlando metro area for 2025. This list incorporates various schools spread across cities such as Sanford, Kissimmee, Apopka, and more, providing a wide selection for parents seeking quality education for their children.

The rankings were derived from data compiled by Niche, a well-known platform that assesses schools based on several weighted factors. These factors include the top colleges score, college enrollment, culture and diversity grade, parent and student surveys, and the student-to-teacher ratio. The emphasis on these criteria aims to present a holistic view of each school’s educational environment and academic performance.

Among the top schools listed, the Orlando area boasts the most significant number of highly-rated institutions. Notably, some of the highest-rated schools include:

• First Orlando Location: Enrollment of 190 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1 and a Niche grade of A-.
• Second Orlando Location: Enrollment of 311 with a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio, receiving a Niche grade of A.
• Third Orlando Location: Enrollment of 682, equipped with a 14:1 student-to-teacher ratio, rated A.
• Fourth Orlando Location: A low ratio of 5:1 and an enrollment of 169, achieving a grade of A.
• Fifth Orlando Location: Enrollment of 401 and a 9:1 ratio, earning an A rating.
• Sixth Orlando Location: This location stands out with a significant enrollment of 831 students, a 17:1 student-to-teacher ratio, and a top rating of A+.
• Seventh Orlando Location: Boasting an enrollment of 1,600, the school has a student-to-teacher ratio of 16:1 and is rated A+.
• Eighth Orlando Location: The largest in the area with 2,066 students, achieving an impressive student-to-teacher ratio of 13:1 and a rating of A+.

Other noteworthy institutions in the rankings are located in various nearby cities:

• Sanford, FL: This school has an enrollment of 535 students, offering a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio and receiving a B+ rating.
• Winter Garden, FL: With a total of 1,452 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 12:1, this school also earned an A+ rating.
• Lake Mary, FL: This school boasts an enrollment of 590 and a commendable student-to-teacher ratio of 8:1, pairing it with an A+ grade.
• Montverde, FL: The school here has 1,397 students, a 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio, and an A+ rating.
• Windermere, FL: Hosting 1,600 students and a 13:1 student-to-teacher ratio, it also achieved an A+ grade.

Following close by are additional schools from other areas such as Apopka, with 132 students enrolled and an A- grade, and Oviedo, showing a size of 1,170 students with a grade of A. Schools in Maitland and Casselberry also made the list, both receiving A grades and having favorable student-to-teacher ratios.

The ranking not only showcases academic achievements but embraces cultural diversity, ensuring families can choose the best educational fit for their children in the Orlando area. With a wide variety of options available, parents can consider multiple factors such as location, size, and teacher-student interactions while making their decisions.

As the education landscape evolves, these rankings provide valuable insights for current and prospective families navigating private education in the Orlando metro area, reinforcing the importance of educational quality and community engagement in shaping future leaders.

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Additional Resources

• Stacker: Best Private K-12 Schools in the Orlando Metro Area
• WFTV: Best Private K-12 Schools Orlando Metro Area
• AOL: Best Private K-12 Schools
• New York Times: Public School Enrollment Decline
• Orlando Weekly: Florida Gov. DeSantis Education Budget
• Wikipedia: Education in Florida
• Google Search: Best Private Schools Orlando
• Google Scholar: Private Education Orlando
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Private School
• Google News: Orlando Private Schools

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