For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,226 students in 32953, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32953, FL are Lewis Carroll Elementary School, Mila Elementary School and Gardendale Separate Day School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32953 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32953, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32953, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewis Carroll Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Skyline Blvd
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 452-1234
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 452-1234
Gr: PK-6 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Mila Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
288 W Merritt Ave
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 454-1070
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 454-1070
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Gardendale Separate Day School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
301 Grove Blvd
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 633-1000
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 633-1000
Gr: K-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
North/central Area Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
301 Grove Blvd
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 633-3489
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 633-3489
Gr: 3-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
32953, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gardendale Elementary Magnet School (Closed 2014)
Magnet School
301 Grove Blvd
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 452-1411
Merritt Island, FL 32953
(321) 452-1411
Gr: PK-6 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32953, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32953, FL include Lewis Carroll Elementary School, Mila Elementary School and Gardendale Separate Day School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32953?
4 public elementary schools are located in 32953.
What is the racial composition of students in 32953?
32953 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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