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 Stats (2025)
- 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%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
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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Calvary Christian Academy![Calvary Christian Academy Photo]( "Calvary Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
Grades: NS-12 | 2,329 students 0.7 miles 2401 W Cypress Creek Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 905-5100
0.7
NS-12
2,329
New Hope Christian School
(Christian)
Grades: PK-7 | 194 students 1.1 miles 6400 Nw 31st Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 973-1129
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 973-1129
1.1
PK-7
194
Windsor Park Preschool
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS-PK | 94 students 1.1 miles 6600 Powerline Rd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 489-0181
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 489-0181
1.1
NS-PK
94
Grades: K-12 | 64 students 1.2 miles 2950 Nw 62 Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 638-0920
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 638-0920
1.2
K-12
64
Moreland's Alternative Educational Academy
Alternative School
Grades: K-12 | 143 students 1.3 miles 3171 W Atlantic Blvd
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(754) 307-9274
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
(754) 307-9274
1.3
K-12
143
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