For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,594 students in 32024, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 407 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 32024, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32024, FL are Belmont Academy, Westside Elementary School and Pinemount Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32024 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32024, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32024, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Belmont Academy
Charter School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1476 Sw Walter Ave
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 487-0487
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 487-0487
Grades: PK-12
| 823 students
Rank: #22.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1956 Sw County Road 252b
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 755-8280
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 755-8280
Grades: PK-5
| 714 students
Rank: #33.
Pinemount Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
324 Sw Gabriel Pl
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 755-8172
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 755-8172
Grades: PK-5
| 471 students
Rank: #44.
Columbia City Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7438 Sw State Road 47
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 758-4850
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 758-4850
Grades: PK-5
| 586 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32024, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32024, FL include Belmont Academy, Westside Elementary School and Pinemount Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32024?
4 public schools are located in 32024.
What percentage of students in 32024 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 32024 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32024?
32024 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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