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Here’s Why WalletHub Ranks Florida In The Top 15 Best School Systems In The US

Author Daniel Morabito
University of Florida Campus Historic District: Century Tower and University Auditorium, Gainesville, Florida.

Whether you’re looking to move your kids into a better school system, or you’re looking into where the best place may be to start a family, school systems matter. According to a recently release survey, Florida ranks in the top 15 for the best school systems in the US.

One of the most important parts of any child’s life is their schooling. Finding the right place for your child is oftentimes what helps them succeed in life to give them the best opportunities. Not only does this matter for academics but also their emotional state.

How Did WalletHub Determine The Worst & Best School Systems In The US?

WalletHub recently released its report on the worst and best school systems in the US for 2024. To determine which states came out on top, the 50 states went head to head measuring across 32 different metrics. 

They didn’t just focus on academic outcomes or school finances. WalletHub analyzed the performance, funding, safety, class size, and instructor credentials to find the worst & best school systems in the US.

“Getting enough funding is essential for a productive school system, but simply having more money doesn’t guarantee success. How funds are applied also plays a big role in how good a school system is, as does the quality of educators, other professionals and the curriculum,” said Cassandra Happe, WalletHub Analyst. “In addition, schools need to focus not just on test scores but also on making sure that students feel safe, comfortable and cared for.”

What Are The States With The Worst & Best School Systems In The US?

  1. Massachusetts: Total Score of 74.36 with a Quality Rank of 1 and safety rank of 2.
  2. Connecticut: Total Score of 67.06 with a Quality Rank of 2 and safety rank of 6.
  3. Maryland: Total Score of 63.60 with Quality Rank of 5 and safety rank of 4.
  4. New Jersey: Total Score of 63.45 with Quality Rank of 3 and safety rank of 23.
  5. Wisconsin: Total Score of 60.62 with Quality Rank of 4 and safety rank of 18.
  6. New Hampshire: Total Score of 60.07 with Quality rank of 6 and safety rank of 15.
  7. Nebraska: Total Score of 58.31 with Quality Rank of 10 and safety rank of 7.
  8. New York: Total Score of 58.25 with Quality Rank of 9 and safety rank of 16.
  9. Virginia: Total Score of 57.81 with Quality Rank of 15 and safety rank of 5.
  10. North Dakota: Total Score of 57.71 with Quality Rank of 7 and safety rank of 24.
  11. Florida: Total Score of 57.33 with Quality Rank of 11 and safety rank of 8.
  12. Illinois: Total Score of 56.94 with Quality Rank of 8 and safety rank of 30.
  13. Indiana: Total Score of 56.92 with Quality Rank of 13 and safety rank of 10.
  14. Delaware: Total Score of 56.69 with Quality Rank of 27 and safety rank of 1.
  15. Utah: Total Score of 56.38 with Quality Rank of 14 and safety rank of 14.

But, where exactly does Florida’s score come from? The Pupil-to-teacher ratio is one of the highest in Florida, coming in at #47 highest overall. Florida did however rank #47 out of 50 for the lowest median SAT scores.

To learn more about WalletHub’s Worst & Best School Sytems In The US report, click here.

Originally from the Midwest and moved down to Tampa Bay after college. When Daniel is not working on Beasley Content, you can find him fishing or skateboarding. Daniel enjoys writing about local restaurants across the Tampa Bay area, Florida lottery stories, and concert reviews/photos.

What Tampa Is Doing Right Compared To Other Major U.S. Cities

  • Excellent Airport

    There’s a reason TPA has a cult-like following. It’s because it’s been named one of America’s best airports over and over again. Tampa International Airport is so organized and efficient compared to other airports like MCO (and from my personal experiences) Denver Airport, Phoenix, LAX, etc.

    flamingo inside TPA

  • Reliable Road Reporting System

    We know how bad the traffic can be in Tampa, but thankfully the road conditions aren’t as bad as other major cities. It helps that we have multiple resources to report potholes, asphalt delamination, and more. Reddit users say they’ve filed complaints with the City of Tampa’s fix it fast program and saw changes within 24-48 hours.

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  • Great Library

    After realizing how much you pay for property taxes, you should really take advantage of your public library. Once you get a library card, you can download any ebook, magazine, and more from Hillsborough libraries through the Libby app. Plus many libraries offer kids clubs, ASL classes, and computers with Adobe programs.

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  • Clean Downtown

    This one may be controversial for some of you. But keep in mind we’re comparing Tampa to other major U.S. cities. Compared to places like LA, NYC, Chicago, and New Orleans, Tampa is way cleaner than many other major markets. Think back a few weeks to Gasparilla, the day after the parade, it looked like it didn’t even happen! Plus we have so many pet cleanup stations and trash cans that are regularly emptied.

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  • Free/Cheap Public Transport

    While Tampa is lacking some major public transport like a light rail, the systems we do have are reliable and fairly affordable. We are forever grateful the TECO streetcar in Downtown Tampa is free to use. Our preferred way of getting around on Lightning game days. Plus, there’s the Pirate Taxi, Cross Bay Ferry, and downtown has the cheap option of the Dash Tesla cabs. Riders are $2 each.

    TECO Streetcar

  • Tampa Bay Lightning

    Speaking of Lightning game days. The Tampa Bay Lightning organization is one of the reasons that makes Tampa so great. Owner Jeff Vinik has put a lot of money and change into the city over the past few years. Plus, the way the players and organization interact with and help the community is outstanding. Someone also mentioned the traffic control around Lightning (and Bucs) games are way better compared to other cities.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/C3YZPodx6fS/

  • Culture

    Tampa is known for it’s diverse population with a lack of segregated areas (besides Hyde Park and Davis Island). From restaurants, to art galleries and museums, Tampa is flooded with all kinds of culture. We are also home to the only trilingual paper in the country.

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