For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,991 students in 34736, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 467 private students). 90% 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 35% (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 equal to the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34736, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gray Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
205 E Magnolia St
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-3322
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-3322
Grades: 6-8
| 1,067 students
Rank: #22.
South Lake High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15600 Silver Eagle Rd
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 394-2100
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 394-2100
Grades: 9-12
| 2,189 students
Rank: #33.
Groveland Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
930 Parkwood Ave
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-2472
Groveland, FL 34736
(352) 429-2472
Grades: PK-5
| 735 students
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?
3 public schools are located in 34736.
What percentage of students in 34736 go to public school?
90% 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 equal to the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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