For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,763 students in 32626, FL.
The top ranked public schools in 32626, FL are Chiefland Elementary School, Whispering Winds Charter School and Chiefland Middle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32626 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32626, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32626, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chiefland Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1205 Nw 4th Ave
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6040
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6040
Grades: PK-5
| 732 students
Rank: #22.
Whispering Winds Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2481 Nw Old Fannin Rd
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-5799
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-5799
Grades: PK-5
| 117 students
Rank: #33.
Chiefland Middle High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
808 N Main St
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6000
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6000
Grades: 6-12
| 830 students
Rank: #44.
Nature Coast Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6830 Nw 140th St
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-0700
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-0700
Grades: 6-8
| 84 students
32626, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
811 Nw 4th Dr
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6025
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6025
Grades: 6-8
| 332 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32626, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32626, FL include Chiefland Elementary School, Whispering Winds Charter School and Chiefland Middle High School.
How many public schools are located in 32626?
4 public schools are located in 32626.
What is the racial composition of students in 32626?
32626 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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