For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,306 students in 32117, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32117, FL are David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School, Halifax Behavioral Services and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32117 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32117, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32117, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1860 N Clyde Morris Blvd
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 258-4682
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 258-4682
Gr: 6-8 | 922 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Halifax Behavioral Services
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
841 Jimmy Ann Dr
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 425-3900
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 425-3900
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 5th St
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 274-3400
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 274-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Holly Hill Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Center Ave
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 258-4662
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 258-4662
Gr: PK-5 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
32117, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Advanced Technology Center (Closed 2011)
Vocational School
1770 Technology Blvd
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 226-4100
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 226-4100
Gr: 11-12
Halifax Convalescence (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
820 North Clyde Morris Blvd
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 274-4575
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 274-4575
Gr: PK-12
1200 Center Ave
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 239-6290
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 239-6290
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
1025 Mason Ave # 1031
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 304-0086
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 304-0086
Gr: 6-8 | 77 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32117, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32117, FL include David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School, Halifax Behavioral Services and Westside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32117?
4 public elementary schools are located in 32117.
What is the racial composition of students in 32117?
32117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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