For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 431 students in 32618, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 124 private students). 78% 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 52%), 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32618, FL Public Schools (2025-26)
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 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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?
78% 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 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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