Okeechobee County, FL is proud to offer its citizens access to a comprehensive education system. The local schools in the county provide high quality elementary, middle and high school options and have been rated highly by both parents and the state Department of Education. Okeechobee County also offers many opportunities for families to further their education, from college classes at Indian River State College to adult education programs offered through the county's community center. Whether it's attending traditional brick-and-mortar schools or finding new ways to learn, Okeechobee County provides students with the resources they need for success.
Okeechobee County schools spend $8,926 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 15 pupils per teacher, 1,083 students per librarian, and 468 children per counselor.