For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,805 students in 34736, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 467 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 34736, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34736, FL are Gray Middle School, South Lake High School and Groveland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34736 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34736, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34736, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gray Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
205 E Magnolia St
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-3322
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-3322
Gr: 6-8 | 985 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
South Lake High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15600 Silver Eagle Rd
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 394-2100
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 394-2100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,137 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Groveland Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
930 Parkwood Ave
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-2472
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-2472
Gr: PK-5 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Cherry Lake Preparatory Academy
Charter School
119 Wilson Lake Pkwy
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 253-6500
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 253-6500
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34736, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34736, FL include Gray Middle School, South Lake High School and Groveland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34736?
4 public schools are located in 34736.
What percentage of students in 34736 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 34736 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34736?
34736 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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