For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,259 students in 32605, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32605, FL are Littlewood Elementary School and C. W. Norton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32605 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32605, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32605, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Littlewood Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
812 Nw 34th St
Gainesville, FL 32605
(352) 955-6712
Gainesville, FL 32605
(352) 955-6712
Gr: PK-5 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
C. W. Norton Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Nw 45th Ave
Gainesville, FL 32605
(352) 955-6765
Gainesville, FL 32605
(352) 955-6765
Gr: PK-5 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32605, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32605, FL include Littlewood Elementary School and C. W. Norton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32605?
2 public preschools are located in 32605.
What is the racial composition of students in 32605?
32605 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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