For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 5,927 students in Dunnellon, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 326 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Dunnellon, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Dunnellon, FL are Citrus Springs Middle School, Central Ridge Elementary School and Dunnellon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dunnellon, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Dunnellon have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dunnellon, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Citrus Springs Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 W Citrus Springs Blvd
Dunnellon, FL 34434
(352) 344-2244
Dunnellon, FL 34434
(352) 344-2244
Grades: 6-8
| 793 students
Rank: #22.
Central Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
185 W Citrus Springs Blvd
Dunnellon, FL 34434
(352) 344-3833
Dunnellon, FL 34434
(352) 344-3833
Grades: PK-5
| 764 students
Rank: #33.
Dunnellon Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10235 Sw 180th Avenue Rd
Dunnellon, FL 34432
(352) 465-6710
Dunnellon, FL 34432
(352) 465-6710
Grades: PK-5
| 640 students
Rank: #44.
Citrus Springs Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3570 W Century Blvd
Dunnellon, FL 34433
(352) 344-4079
Dunnellon, FL 34433
(352) 344-4079
Grades: PK-5
| 856 students
Rank: #55.
Romeo Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
19550 Sw 36th St
Dunnellon, FL 34431
(352) 465-6700
Dunnellon, FL 34431
(352) 465-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 737 students
Rank: #66.
Dunnellon Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21005 Chestnut St
Dunnellon, FL 34431
(352) 465-6720
Dunnellon, FL 34431
(352) 465-6720
Grades: 6-8
| 709 students
Rank: #77.
Dunnellon High School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10055 Sw 180th Avenue Rd
Dunnellon, FL 34432
(352) 465-6745
Dunnellon, FL 34432
(352) 465-6745
Grades: 9-12
| 1,428 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Dunnellon, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Dunnellon, FL include Citrus Springs Middle School, Central Ridge Elementary School and Dunnellon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Dunnellon?
7 public schools are located in Dunnellon.
What percentage of students in Dunnellon go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Dunnellon are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Dunnellon?
Dunnellon public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Dunnellon are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Dunnellon include: Romeo Elementary School vs. Dunnellon Elementary School, Dunnellon Elementary School vs. Romeo Elementary School, Citrus Springs Elementary School vs. Central Ridge Elementary School
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