Top 5 Best 32720 Florida Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,412 students in 32720, FL (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,073 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 32720, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top ranked public schools in 32720, FL are Citrus Grove Elementary School, Woodward Avenue Elementary School and Southwestern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32720 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32720, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32720, FL Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Citrus Grove Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
729 Hazen Rd
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-5290
Grades: PK-5
| 835 students
Rank: #22.
Woodward Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1201 S Woodward Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7910
Grades: PK-5
| 524 students
Rank: #33.
Southwestern Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
605 W New Hampshire Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 822-6700
Grades: 6-8
| 714 students
Rank: #44.
Edith I. Starke Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
730 S Parsons Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7950
Grades: PK-5
| 303 students
Rank: n/an/a
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Special Education School
200 N Clara Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Grades: PK
| 31 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pk Child Care Program
200 N Clara Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Grades: PK
| 5 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 32720 Florida

32720, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2219 South Wooodland Blvd
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-9849
Grades: PK
| 11 students
Hospitalhomebound (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
200 North Clara Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Grades: PK-12
| 2 students
491 S Adelle Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 239-6218
Grades: 6-12
| 24 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 32720, FL?
How many public schools are located in 32720, FL?
6 public schools are located in 32720, FL.
What percentage of students in 32720, FL go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 32720, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32720, FL?
32720, FL public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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