For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,680 students in 32904, FL (there are 14 private schools, serving 2,007 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 32904, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32904, FL are W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science, Educational Horizons Charter and Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32904 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32904, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32904, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science
(Math: 85% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2255 Meadowlane Ave
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 956-5040
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 956-5040
Gr: PK-6 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Educational Horizons Charter
Charter School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1281 S Wickham Rd
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 729-0786
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 729-0786
Gr: K-6 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3455 Norfolk Pkwy
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 499-2585
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 499-2585
Gr: K-10 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Meadowlane Intermediate Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2700 Wingate Blvd
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 722-5539
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 722-5539
Gr: 3-6 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Central Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Wingate Blvd
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 722-4150
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 722-4150
Gr: 7-8 | 1,059 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Imagine Schools At West Melbourne
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3355 Imagine Way
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 768-6200
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 768-6200
Gr: K-7 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
2800 Wingate Blvd
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 723-6354
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 723-6354
Gr: PK-2 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
32904, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Explorer Elementary Middle Charter (Closed 2008)
Charter School
9150 Ellis Road
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 733-1917
Melbourne, FL 32904
(321) 733-1917
Gr: PK-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32904, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32904, FL include W. Melbourne Elementary School For Science, Educational Horizons Charter and Pineapple Cove Classical Academy At West Melbourne.
How many public schools are located in 32904?
7 public schools are located in 32904.
What percentage of students in 32904 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 32904 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32904?
32904 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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