For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,578 students in 34428, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34428, FL are Crystal River Primary School and Crystal River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34428 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34428, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34428, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crystal River Primary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8624 W Crystal St
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2211
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2211
Gr: PK-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Crystal River Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
344 Ne Crystal St
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2116
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2116
Gr: 6-8 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34428, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34428, FL include Crystal River Primary School and Crystal River Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34428?
2 public elementary schools are located in 34428.
What is the racial composition of students in 34428?
34428 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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