For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 413 students in 32618, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 124 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 32618, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 32618, FL is Archer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 32618 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32618, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32618, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Archer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14533 Sw 170th St
Archer, FL 32618
(352) 495-2111
Archer, FL 32618
(352) 495-2111
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
32618, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Desoto High School, Inc. (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
14533 Sw 170th St
Archer, FL 32618
(352) 495-3326
Archer, FL 32618
(352) 495-3326
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32618, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32618, FL include Archer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32618?
1 public schools are located in 32618.
What percentage of students in 32618 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 32618 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32618?
32618 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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