Smart Horizons Career Online Education is an accredited online school that provides high school diplomas and career certification via online programs.
The company is a for-profit school owned by Darwin Global.
It describes itself as a "private, national online school district.".
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School / Online School
- Grades: 12
- Enrollment: 177 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 12
Year Founded
2010
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
Student Body
Total Students
177 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
100%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Smart Horizons Career Online High School often compared to?
Smart Horizons Career Online High School is often viewed alongside schools like Sterling Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Smart Horizons Career Online High School?
The acceptance rate of Smart Horizons Career Online High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for Smart Horizons Career Online High School?
The application deadline for Smart Horizons Career Online High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Smart Horizons Career Online High School vs. Sterling Academy
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Smart Horizons Career Online High School is Calvary Christian Academy (0.7 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian Academy ![Calvary Christian Academy Photo]( "Calvary Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
2401 W Cypress Creek Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 2,329 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Hope Christian School
(Christian)
6400 Nw 31st Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 973-1129
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 973-1129
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 194 students Tuition listed
Windsor Park Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
6600 Powerline Rd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 489-0181
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 489-0181
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 94 students Avg. class size: 12 students
2950 Nw 62 Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 638-0920
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 638-0920
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 64 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Moreland's Alternative Educational Academy
Alternative School
3171 W Atlantic Blvd
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(754) 307-9274
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(754) 307-9274
1.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 143 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian Academy ![Calvary Christian Academy Photo]( "Calvary Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
2401 W Cypress Creek Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 2,329 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2950 Nw 62 Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 638-0920
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 638-0920
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 64 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Moreland's Alternative Educational Academy
Alternative School
3171 W Atlantic Blvd
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(754) 307-9274
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(754) 307-9274
1.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 143 students
New Life Preparatory Academy
(Pentecostal)
2111 Nw 2nd St
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(954) 851-6608
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(954) 851-6608
1.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 42 students
Millennium Leadership Christian Academy Inc
(Christian)
6144 Nw 66th Way
Pompano Beach, FL 33067
(954) 530-4870
Pompano Beach, FL 33067
(954) 530-4870
2.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 36 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian Academy ![Calvary Christian Academy Photo]( "Calvary Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
2401 W Cypress Creek Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 2,329 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Hope Christian School
(Christian)
6400 Nw 31st Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 973-1129
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 973-1129
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 194 students Tuition listed
2950 Nw 62 Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 638-0920
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 638-0920
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 64 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Moreland's Alternative Educational Academy
Alternative School
3171 W Atlantic Blvd
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(754) 307-9274
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(754) 307-9274
1.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 143 students
New Dominion Christian Academy
(Christian)
1419 Sw 26th Ave
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(954) 532-5757
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(954) 532-5757
1.4 miles
Gr: K-7 | 66 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Calvary Christian Academy ![Calvary Christian Academy Photo]( "Calvary Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
2401 W Cypress Creek Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
0.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 2,329 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Hope Christian School
(Christian)
6400 Nw 31st Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 973-1129
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 973-1129
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 194 students Tuition listed
Windsor Park Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
6600 Powerline Rd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 489-0181
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 489-0181
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 94 students Avg. class size: 12 students
Precious Promise Academy Preschool
(Assembly of God)
2699 W Commercial Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 731-1616
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 731-1616
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 75 students
200 S State Road 7
Pompano Beach, FL 33068
(954) 977-7586
Pompano Beach, FL 33068
(954) 977-7586
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-3 | 170 students Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
West Broward High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Nw 209th Ave
Hollywood, FL 33029
(754) 323-2600
Hollywood, FL 33029
(754) 323-2600
8187.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,492 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Somerset Academy
Charter School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
20801 Johnson St
Hollywood, FL 33029
(954) 404-7616
Hollywood, FL 33029
(954) 404-7616
8187.6 miles
Gr: K-5 | 645 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Somerset Academy Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20805 Johnson St
Hollywood, FL 33029
(954) 442-0233
Hollywood, FL 33029
(954) 442-0233
8187.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,450 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Somerset Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
20803 Johnson St
Hollywood, FL 33029
(954) 442-0233
Hollywood, FL 33029
(954) 442-0233
8187.6 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 1,056 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Somerset Arts Conservatory
Charter School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
20807 Johnson St
Hollywood, FL 33029
(954) 442-0233
Hollywood, FL 33029
(954) 442-0233
8187.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 397 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
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