Another exciting week of high school football in the Sunshine State is in the books! While the top five teams held their ground, several others made significant moves with impressive victories. Let’s break down the latest Florida high school football top 25 rankings and preview the key matchups coming up.
The upper echelon of the rankings saw no changes, with the top five teams maintaining their spots after dominating performances or a bye week. This consistency at the top sets the stage for a thrilling season as Florida’s elite teams begin to separate themselves.
- IMG Academy (2-0) continues to hold the number one spot after a decisive win.
- American Heritage (1-0) and Miami Northwestern (0-1) both had a bye week, but their high-ranking status reflects the strength of their programs.
- St. Thomas Aquinas (1-1) and Jones (2-0) secured massive victories, solidifying their positions in the top five.
Further down the list, some teams made big strides. West Boca Raton and Miami Central both jumped up in the top 10 after showcasing their strength with lopsided wins. Meanwhile, Southridge, Miami Norland, and Raines picked up their first victories of the season, a crucial step for these teams.
This week is shaping up to be even more exciting, with multiple top 25 matchups that could shake up the rankings. Keep an eye on the highly anticipated clash between Chaminade-Madonna and American Heritage.
Florida High School Football: The Top 25
Here is the complete list of the top 25 Florida high school football teams as of September 4, 2025.
| Rank | Team | Record | Previous Rank | Last Week’s Result | Next Up |
| 1 | IMG Academy | (2-0) | 1 | Defeated Winslow Township (NJ) 35-14 | at Coronado (NV) on Sept. 13 |
| 2 | American Heritage | (1-0) | 2 | Bye Week | vs. Chaminade-Madonna |
| 3 | St. Thomas Aquinas | (1-1) | 3 | Defeated Boyd Anderson 72-6 | at Columbus |
| 4 | Jones | (2-0) | 4 | Defeated Timber Creek 36-0 | vs. Evans |
| 5 | Miami Northwestern | (0-1) | 5 | Bye Week | vs. Carol City |
| 6 | West Boca Raton | (1-0) | 7 | Defeated Palm Beach Central 50-7 | vs. Bergen Catholic (NJ) |
| 7 | Miami Central | (1-0) | 9 | Defeated Edison 50-12 | at Booker T. Washington |
| 8 | Lake Mary | (2-0) | 10 | Defeated Osceola 17-12 | at Lakeland |
| 9 | Tampa Bay Tech | (2-0) | 11 | Defeated Wharton 50-14 | vs. Armwood |
| 10 | Armwood | (2-0) | 12 | Defeated Sumner 31-14 | at Tampa Bay Tech |
| 11 | Cocoa | (1-1) | 6 | Lost to Mainland 19-14 | at Vero Beach |
| 12 | Chaminade-Madonna | (1-1) | 16 | Defeated McArthur 28-14 | at American Heritage |
| 13 | Cardinal Mooney | (1-1) | 8 | Lost to Cherry Creek (CO) 24-21 | vs. Rockledge |
| 14 | Venice | (0-1) | 14 | Bye Week | vs. Bishop Verot |
| 15 | Lakeland | (1-1) | 13 | Lost to De La Salle (CA) 10-6 | vs. Lake Mary |
| 16 | Lake Wales | (2-0) | 17 | Defeated Ridge Community 34-6 | at Auburndale |
| 17 | Clearwater Central Catholic | (2-0) | 18 | Defeated Sebring 35-0 | vs. Tampa Catholic |
| 18 | Southridge | (1-0) | 21 | Defeated Goleman 63-22 | at Palmetto |
| 19 | Miami Norland | (1-1) | 22 | Defeated Carol City 42-13 | at South Dade |
| 20 | Raines | (1-0) | 24 | Defeated Sandalwood 77-0 | at Trinity Christian Academy |
| 21 | Buchholz | (1-1) | 15 | Lost to Vero Beach 28-24 | vs. Eastside |
| 22 | St. Augustine | (2-0) | 25 | Defeated Menendez 48-6 | at Bolles |
| 23 | Cardinal Newman | (1-1) | 19 | Lost to Roman Catholic 49-35 | vs. Benjamin |
| 24 | Bolles | (2-0) | Unranked | Defeated Trinity Christian Academy 35-12 | vs. St. Augustine |
| 25 | Vero Beach | (2-0) | Unranked | Defeated Buchholz 28-24 | vs. Cocoa |
What’s Next for Florida’s Top Teams?
The upcoming week is packed with must-see matchups that will surely impact the next set of Florida high school football rankings. A few key games to watch include:
- American Heritage vs. Chaminade-Madonna: A battle between two of the state’s most storied programs. With both teams in the top 15, this game will be a true test of their championship mettle.
- Lakeland vs. Lake Mary: An intrastate showdown between two teams looking to climb the ladder and prove their dominance.
- Tampa Bay Tech vs. Armwood: A critical game for both teams as they vie for a spot in the top 10. The winner will gain a massive boost in the rankings.
With top teams facing off and rising stars making their presence known, the landscape of Florida high school football is as exciting as ever. Be sure to check back next week for the latest rankings!
