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Winter Park Schools Guide — Public & Private Options

Winter Park, Florida offers a wide mix of public and private schools from Pre-K through 12th grade. Families choose the area for its academic reputation, small-class environments, and strong extracurricular opportunities. Public schools are operated by Orange County Public Schools (OCPS), while private campuses provide faith-based, classical, and college-prep tracks. (Zoning, ratings, and enrollments change—always verify with OCPS and each school.)

Quick Snapshot

  • Coverage: Pre-K–12 across public, charter, and private options

  • Strengths: Academics, arts/athletics, and community involvement

  • Fit: Multiple learning environments to match each student’s needs

Highlighted Public Schools (OCPS & Nearby)

Winter Park High School (Grades 9–12)

  • Approx. Enrollment: ~3,369 • Student–Teacher Ratio: ~22:1

  • Rating: A+

  • Why families like it: Robust academics, AP options, spirited campus culture, JROTC, clubs, and active PTO—widely recognized as a top public high school in the area.

Brookshire Elementary School (Pre-K–5)

  • Rating: 7/10

  • Focus: Supportive, community-centric environment with a comprehensive curriculum and enrichment opportunities.

Lakemont Elementary School (Pre-K–5)

  • Rating: 7/10

  • Focus: Student achievement and personal growth, with programs that address diverse learning needs.

Aloma Elementary School (Pre-K–5)

  • Rating: 7/10

  • Focus: Nurturing culture that pairs academic rigor with character development and engagement.

Lake Howell High School (Grades 9–12) — Nearby Option

  • Note: Serves portions of the greater Winter Park area.

  • Focus: Diverse curriculum, advanced studies, and broad extracurriculars geared toward post-secondary readiness.

Important: Attendance boundaries, program availability (AP/DE, magnets, ESE/ELL), and transportation policies can shift yearly. Confirm details directly with OCPS (and, for Lake Howell, the serving district) before purchasing or signing a lease.

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Winter Park Private Schools — Quick Guide

Figures below reflect your provided data; admissions, enrollment, and ratings can change year to year. Always confirm directly with each school.

Trinity Preparatory School of Florida (Grades 6–12)

  • Approx. Enrollment: ~885 • Student–Teacher: ~11:1 • Rating: A+

  • Focus: Independent Episcopal, college-prep rigor with advanced coursework, arts, and athletics.

  • Highlights: Strong character and service ethos; wide slate of clubs and leadership opportunities.

  • Ideal for: Academically driven students seeking depth plus competitive extracurriculars.

Circle Christian School (Grades K–12)

  • Rating: 4/5

  • Focus: Christ-centered academics with flexible scheduling to support holistic development.

  • Highlights: Community feel, broad electives and activities that support different learning styles.

  • Ideal for: Families needing flexibility without sacrificing rigor and faith formation.

The Geneva School (Pre-K–12)

  • Approx. Enrollment: ~669 • Student–Teacher: ~9:1 • Rating: A+

  • Focus: Classical Christian education integrating faith and learning (Trivium approach).

  • Highlights: Emphasis on critical thinking, humanities, Latin; robust arts and athletics.

  • Ideal for: Students who thrive in a liberal-arts, seminar-style environment.

St. Margaret Mary Catholic School (Pre-K–8)

  • Approx. Enrollment: ~499 • Student–Teacher: ~12:1 • Rating: 5/5

  • Focus: Catholic education in a nurturing, parish-connected community.

  • Highlights: Strong parental involvement, faith formation, and balanced academics.

  • Ideal for: Families seeking a PK–8 Catholic pathway with close-knit support.

Walden Community School (Grades N/A)

  • Focus: Personalized education tailored to individual student needs.

  • Highlights: Holistic approach emphasizing both academic and personal growth.

  • Ideal for: Learners who benefit from customized pacing and small-group attention.

Admissions & Fit Checklist

  • Application deadlines, testing/shadow days, and recommendation requirements

  • Tuition, financial aid, scholarships, and aftercare availability

  • Commute routes, carline logistics, and proximity to extracurriculars

  • Program fit: AP/advanced courses, arts, athletics, language, and support services