Florida School Calendar 2026-2027

Florida's public school system serves approximately 2.9 million students across 67 county-based school districts, each corresponding to one of the state's counties. Florida law mandates a minimum of 180 school days per academic year, with the school year typically beginning in mid-August and ending in late May. The state's warm climate and tourism economy influence its calendar structure; spring break timing is carefully coordinated in many South Florida districts to align with peak tourism periods. Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the fourth-largest district in the nation, along with Broward and Palm Beach County districts, may observe slightly different holiday schedules reflecting the region's multicultural population. Good Friday is observed as a no-school day in many Florida districts. Florida has been a leader in school choice policies, with a robust network of charter schools, magnet programs, and private school scholarship programs that may follow independent calendars. The Florida Department of Education sets statewide standards and accountability frameworks, while individual districts manage day-to-day operations and calendar decisions. Families should consult their specific district's published calendar for accurate dates.