For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,105 students in 32608, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32608, FL are Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School, Kimball Wiles Elementary School and Myra Terwilliger Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32608 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32608, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32608, FL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2525 School House Rd
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 333-2825
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 333-2825
Gr: PK-5 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Kimball Wiles Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4601 Sw 75th St
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6955
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6955
Gr: PK-5 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Myra Terwilliger Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3999 Sw 122nd St
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6717
Gainesville, FL 32608
(352) 955-6717
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32608, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32608, FL include Lawton M. Chiles Elementary School, Kimball Wiles Elementary School and Myra Terwilliger Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32608?
3 public preschools are located in 32608.
What is the racial composition of students in 32608?
32608 public preschools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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