For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,437 students in 32309, FL (there are , serving 731 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 32309, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32309, FL are Desoto Trail Elementary School, Roberts Elementary School and William J Montford Iii Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32309 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32309, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32309, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desoto Trail Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5200 Tredington Park Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 488-4511
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 488-4511
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
Rank: #22.
Roberts Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5777 Pimlico Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 488-0923
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 488-0923
Grades: PK-5
| 844 students
Rank: #33.
William J Montford Iii Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5789 Pimlico Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 922-6011
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 922-6011
Grades: 6-8
| 934 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32309, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32309, FL include Desoto Trail Elementary School, Roberts Elementary School and William J Montford Iii Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 32309?
3 public schools are located in 32309.
What percentage of students in 32309 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 32309 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32309?
32309 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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