For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,379 students in 33351, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 33351, FL are Welleby Elementary School, Sandpiper Elementary School and Discovery Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33351 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33351, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33351, FL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Welleby Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3230 N Nob Hill Rd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(754) 322-8850
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(754) 322-8850
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Sandpiper Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 N Hiatus Rd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(754) 322-8450
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(754) 322-8450
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Discovery Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8800 Nw 54th Ct
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(754) 322-9100
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(754) 322-9100
Gr: PK-5 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Banyan Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8800 Nw 50th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(754) 322-5350
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(754) 322-5350
Gr: PK-5 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
33351, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4300 North University Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(954) 461-6466
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(954) 461-6466
Downtown Elementary Charter School (Closed 2010)
Charter School
4364 Nw 103 Ter
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(954) 609-8883
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(954) 609-8883
4300 North University Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(954) 414-5767
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(954) 414-5767
North University High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4800 N University Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(954) 746-4483
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33351
(954) 746-4483
Gr: 9-12 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33351, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 33351, FL include Welleby Elementary School, Sandpiper Elementary School and Discovery Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33351?
4 public preschools are located in 33351.
What is the racial composition of students in 33351?
33351 public preschools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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