Monroe County School District announced on July 7 that it earned an overall A grade from the Florida Department of Education.

“This district-wide achievement reflects the dedication of our educators, students, families and community partners,” said Superintendent Theresa Axford, who will retire on July 31. “We are building a culture of excellence — one that honors progress, values equity and ensures every student feels seen, supported and empowered to thrive.”

Key Largo School ascended from a B to an A, joining the ranks of top-performing schools Poinciana Elementary and Plantation Key School, states a press release from the school district.

Gerald Adams Elementary rose from a C to a B, aligning with schools including Coral Shores High School, Key West High School, Marathon High School, Stanley Switlik Elementary and Sugarloaf School.

Horace O’Bryant School maintained its C rating, with ongoing support and targeted strategies to enhance future performance.

Monroe County’s continued academic momentum underscores a shared commitment to innovation, growth and the pursuit of success for all learners.More information is at floridadoe.org.

Individual school grades for 2024 and 2025:

Coral Shores
2024: B
2025: B
Key West High School
2024: B
2025: B
Horace O’Bryant
2024: C
2025: C
Marathon Middle/High School
2024: B
2025: B
Poinciana
2024: A
2025: A
Sugarloaf School
2024: B
2025: B
Stanley Switlik
2024: B
2025: B
Key Largo School
2024: B
2025: A
Gerald Adams
2024: C
2025: B
Plantation Key
2024: A
2025: A
CFK Academy
2024: A
2025: A
Sigsbee Charter School
2024: A
2025: A
May Sands Montessori
2024: C
2025: C
Treasure Village Montessori
2024: A
2025: A
Ocean Studies Charter
2024: A
2025: A
Somerset Island Prep
2024: A
2025: B
Big Pine Academy
2024: A
2025: B