For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,556 students in 32024, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 32024 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32024, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32024, FL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belmont Academy
Charter School
(Math: 77% | 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
Gr: PK-12 | 828 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 73% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Pinemount Elementary School
(Math: 71% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Columbia City Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7438 Sw State Road 47
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 758-4850
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 758-4850
Gr: PK-5 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32024, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32024, FL include Belmont Academy, Westside Elementary School and Pinemount Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32024?
4 public preschools are located in 32024.
What is the racial composition of students in 32024?
32024 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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