For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 457 students in 32055, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 53 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 32055, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32055, FL are Columbia Virtual Instruction Program, Columbia Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided) and Five Points Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32055 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32055, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32055, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
372 W Duval St
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8020
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8020
Gr: K-12
Rank: #22.
Columbia Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
372 W Duval St
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8053
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8053
Gr: 5-12 | 7 students
Rank: #33.
Five Points Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
303 Nw Johnson St
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8230
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8230
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Pathways Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Nw Labonte Ln
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8296
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8296
Gr: 6-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
Prek Ese
Special Education School
444 W Duval St
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8049
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8049
Gr: PK | 7 students Minority enrollment: 57%
32055, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Columbia County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
0372 W Duval Street
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-800
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-800
Gr: PK-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Residential Services Elementary School (Closed 2020)
Special Education School
444 W Duval St
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8049
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 755-8049
Gr: 10-12
7443 Us Hwy 90 W
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 965-9256
Lake City, FL 32055
(386) 965-9256
Gr: K-8 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32055, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32055, FL include Columbia Virtual Instruction Program, Columbia Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided) and Five Points Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32055?
6 public schools are located in 32055.
What percentage of students in 32055 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 32055 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32055?
32055 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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