What Flagler Schools does

Flagler Schools is a public K-12 school district headquartered in Bunnell, Florida, serving as the exclusive public education provider for Flagler County. The district operates 10 schools including five elementary schools, two middle schools, two high schools, and the iFlagler virtual school, educating approximately 13,336 students with a workforce of over 2,000 employees, making it the county's largest employer. Founded in 1907, the district is governed by the Flagler County School Board under Florida Department of Education oversight and holds Cognia accreditation.

The district's product portfolio spans core K-12 instruction, International Baccalaureate and Cambridge AICE advanced programs, Career and Technical Education certifications, dual enrollment with five regional colleges and universities (Daytona State College, Embry-Riddle, University of Florida, University of North Florida, Flagler Technical College), Voluntary Prekindergarten, and the iFlagler full-time virtual school. Its technology infrastructure centers on a long-standing 1-to-1 device initiative for all K-12 students, integrated through Google Workspace for Education, ClassLink single sign-on, Skyward student information system, Schoology learning management system, ParentSquare communication platform, Destiny library management, and the Here Comes the Bus real-time bus tracking application. The district earned the Apple Distinguished School District designation in 2024 and was the first in Florida to receive the ISTE Distinguished District Award.

As a government entity, Flagler Schools is funded through local property taxes, state FEFP allocations from the Florida Department of Education, federal grants, and a voter-renewed ½ Cent Sales Tax generating approximately $8 million annually for technology, safety, and facility improvements through 2032. Core K-12 public education is provided free of charge to county residents; ancillary fee-based services (VPK wrap-around care at $70/week, extended day programs) represent minor revenue. The district operates 64 daily bus routes transporting over 6,000 students across 7,200 miles per day, reflecting significant operational scale.

Name

Flagler Schools

Legal name

Flagler Schools

Website

https://flaglerschools.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1907

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Flagler Schools is a public K-12 school district in Flagler County, Florida, operating 10 schools that educate approximately 13,336 students with a 2,000+ person workforce. It is funded by local taxes, state education funding, and federal grants, offering free public education plus advanced programs like IB, Cambridge AICE, and dual enrollment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education Services

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Magnet & Specialty Schools (STEM/Arts/IB/CTE) (EDAJAAAF)

Keywords

• K-12 public education
• School district services
• Voluntary prekindergarten programs
• Dual enrollment programs
• Career technical education

Headquarters

HQ city

Bunnell

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: Funded through local property taxes, state education funding from Florida Department of Education, and federal grants. The ½ Cent Sales Tax generates approximately $8 million per year for technology, safety, and facility improvements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Flagler Schools is a public K-12 school district operating 10 schools (5 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high schools, and iFlagler virtual school) serving over 13,000 students in Flagler County, Florida. The district delivers free comprehensive K-12 instruction, advanced programs (IB, Cambridge AICE), Career and Technical Education, Dual Enrollment with regional colleges, Voluntary Prekindergarten, and a long-running 1-to-1 device initiative. Supporting services include transportation across 64 daily bus routes, free meals, parent communication via ParentSquare, and free tutoring through Varsity Tutors.

Product overview

Flagler Schools operates as a unified school district platform providing comprehensive K-12 education across 10 schools serving over 13,000 students in Flagler County, Florida. The district offers a portfolio of interconnected educational programs including Core K-12 Education, Cambridge AICE, International Baccalaureate (IB), and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, supplemented by Dual Enrollment opportunities with regional colleges, iFlagler Virtual School for online learning, and Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK). The district's technology infrastructure includes a 1-to-1 device initiative, ParentSquare communication platform, and integration with learning management systems like Schoology. Additional programs include Resiliency Education and Flagler Technical College for workforce development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Core K-12 Education Programs Comprehensive free K-12 public instruction delivered across 10 schools (5 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high schools, plus iFlagler virtual school) serving over 13,000 students in Flagler County, Florida. Includes standard curriculum, assessments, and graduation pathways.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Advanced high school program providing an internationally recognized rigorous curriculum that prepares students for college and careers through academically challenging coursework. Available to students in the Flagler County school district.
• Cambridge AICE Program Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education program providing college-level and career-ready coursework. Recognized as a Cambridge 2026 US District of the Year for expanding access to rigorous academic programs.
• Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs Classroom to Careers Programs of Study offering career and technical certifications across multiple career clusters including Agriculture, Health Science, Information Technology, Hospitality, and Engineering. Provides students with industry-recognized credentials and workforce readiness.
• Dual Enrollment Program Program enabling high school students to enroll in postsecondary courses and earn both high school and college credit through articulation agreements with Daytona State College (Collegiate High School, up to 60 credits), Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Flagler Technical College, University of Florida, and University of North Florida (2025-2028 agreement).
• Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) Free Florida state-funded educational program for four-year-olds providing 540 hours of instruction during the school year or 300 summer hours at all elementary schools, preparing children for kindergarten success. Optional wrap-around care available at $70 per week.
• iFlagler Virtual School Full-time online virtual schooling option for students in grades K-12 within Flagler Schools, providing flexible learning opportunities and home education diploma pathways.
• 1-to-1 Device Initiative District-wide initiative providing a personal learning device to every K-12 student, operational for over a decade, supporting digital literacy, technology integration, and innovation in learning. Technology usage fees have been waived for the current school year.
• Flagler Technical College Technical college offering workforce certification programs including Heavy Equipment Operations Technician, Phlebotomy, Nurse Assistant - Articulated, Emergency Medical Technician, HVAC, and Electrician pre-apprenticeship. Articulation agreements are in place with FPCHS and MHS for dual enrollment pathways.
• Resiliency Education Program State-required curriculum providing five hours annually of resiliency instruction for grades 6-12 covering civic and character education and life skills, using EVERFI digital curriculum and Monique Burr Mental Health Matters materials.

Quantifiable outcome

• District rated 'B' by Florida Department of Education
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Daytona State CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollegiate High School Program offering 11th-12th grade students opportunity to earn associate degree or up to 60 college credits. Career Pathways Articulation Agreement in place. Students can take dual enrollment courses at DSC.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment articulation agreement for students to earn college credit. Embry-Riddle also provided grant funding for robotics/Science materials supporting the SeaPerch program at Buddy Taylor Middle School.
• Flagler Technical CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment programs including Heavy Equipment Operations Technician, Phlebotomy, Nurse Assistant - Articulated, and Emergency Medical Technician. Articulation agreements with both FPCHS and MHS.
• University of FloridacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDual enrollment partnership allowing students to earn college credit through UF courses.
• University of North FloridacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArticulation agreement 2025-2028 for dual enrollment college credit opportunities.
• Varsity TutorsminorOthersFree tutoring platform provided to all Flagler Schools students including live group classes, 24/7 on-demand chat tutoring, essay review, and self-study resources. Available through ClassLink.
• DeliverEdminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerStrategic planning partner who worked with Flagler Schools leadership to develop the current strategic plan through root-cause analysis and strategy development process.
• CogniacoreOthersExternal accreditation body (formerly AdvancED) that certifies district and schools meet quality standards required by Florida Department of Education.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Volusia County Schools: Adjacent Florida public K-12 district of comparable size; competes for families along the Flagler/Volusia border and offers a similar portfolio of CTE, IB, and dual enrollment programs.
• Polk County Public Schools: Central Florida public K-12 district with similar scale and an emphasis on career and technical education pathways, including industry certification programs comparable to Flagler's CTE offerings.
• St. Lucie Public Schools: Florida public K-12 district co-recognized with Flagler as a 2026 Cambridge US District of the Year; similar emphasis on expanding access to rigorous academic programs and college-level coursework.
• Brevard Public Schools: Florida public K-12 district with comparable size and a strong portfolio of technical college and CTE programs akin to Flagler Technical College offerings.
• Alachua County Public Schools: North-central Florida public K-12 district operating advanced academic programs and university dual enrollment partnerships (with University of Florida nearby), paralleling Flagler's college-credit model.
• Broward County Public Schools: Large Florida public K-12 district co-recognized with Flagler as a 2026 Cambridge US District of the Year; comparable advanced-program offerings, though at materially larger scale.
• St. Johns County School District: Northeast Florida public K-12 district serving a similar demographic profile with a strong academic reputation and comparable advanced programs; Flagler's most direct Florida competitor for School Choice transfers.
• Seminole County Public Schools: Central Florida public K-12 district with similar technology integration emphasis, dual enrollment partnerships, and a comparable mix of specialty and comprehensive schools.
• Duval County Public Schools: Northeast Florida public K-12 district serving the Jacksonville metro; offers overlapping magnet, IB, and dual enrollment programs comparable to Flagler's advanced-program portfolio.
• Clay County District Schools: Northeast Florida public K-12 district geographically close to Flagler; competes for similar demographic families and runs comparable CTE and advanced academic programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/flaglerschools
• Facebookfacebook.com/FlaglerSchools
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/flagler-county-school-district

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles25 records

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