For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,016 students in 32953, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32953, FL are Lewis Carroll Elementary School and Mila Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32953 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32953, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32953, FL Public Preschools (2026-27)
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 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
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 preschools in 32953, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32953, FL include Lewis Carroll Elementary School and Mila Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32953?
2 public preschools are located in 32953.
What is the racial composition of students in 32953?
32953 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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