For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,346 students in 32720, FL (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,139 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 32720, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32720, FL are Citrus Grove Elementary School, Southwestern Middle School and Woodward Avenue Elementary 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 52% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32720, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Citrus Grove Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
729 Hazen Rd
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-5290
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-5290
Grades: PK-5
| 825 students
Rank: #22.
Southwestern Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
605 W New Hampshire Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 822-6700
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 822-6700
Grades: 6-8
| 704 students
Rank: #33.
Woodward Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1201 S Woodward Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7910
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7910
Grades: PK-5
| 469 students
Rank: #44.
Edith I. Starke Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 S Parsons Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7950
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7950
Grades: PK-5
| 282 students
Rank: n/an/a
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Special Education School
200 N Clara Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Grades: PK
| 61 students
Rank: n/an/a
200 N Clara Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Grades: PK
| 5 students
32720, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2219 South Wooodland Blvd
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-9849
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
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Grades: PK-12
| 2 students
Teen Parent - West (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
491 S Adelle Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 239-6218
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 239-6218
Grades: 6-12
| 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32720, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32720, FL include Citrus Grove Elementary School, Southwestern Middle School and Woodward Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32720?
6 public schools are located in 32720.
What percentage of students in 32720 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 32720 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32720?
32720 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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