For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,702 students in 34990, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in 34990, FL are Bessey Creek Elementary School, Palm City Elementary School and Citrus Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34990 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34990, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34990, FL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bessey Creek Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2201 Sw Matheson Ave
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1500
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1500
Grades: PK-5
| 563 students
Rank: #22.
Palm City Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1951 Sw 34th St
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1565
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1565
Grades: PK-5
| 567 students
Rank: #33.
Citrus Grove Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2527 Sw Citrus Blvd
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 223-2513
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 223-2513
Grades: PK-5
| 572 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 34990, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in 34990, FL include Bessey Creek Elementary School, Palm City Elementary School and Citrus Grove Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34990?
3 public preschools are located in 34990.
What is the racial composition of students in 34990?
34990 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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