For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,890 students in 34428, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 49 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 34428, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 34428, FL are Crystal River Primary School, Crystal River Middle School and Crystal River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34428 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34428, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34428, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crystal River Primary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8624 W Crystal St
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2211
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2211
Grades: PK-5
| 667 students
Rank: #22.
Crystal River Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
344 Ne Crystal St
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2116
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2116
Grades: 6-8
| 911 students
Rank: #33.
Crystal River High School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3195 Crystal River High Dr
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-4641
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-4641
Grades: 9-12
| 1,312 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34428, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34428, FL include Crystal River Primary School, Crystal River Middle School and Crystal River High School.
How many public schools are located in 34428?
3 public schools are located in 34428.
What percentage of students in 34428 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 34428 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34428?
34428 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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