For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 848 students in 32168, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32168, FL are Chisholm Elementary School and Read-pattillo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32168 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 32168, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32168, FL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chisholm Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
557 Ronnoc Ln
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 426-7340
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 426-7340
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Read-pattillo Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 6th St
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 426-7400
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 426-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32168, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32168, FL include Chisholm Elementary School and Read-pattillo Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32168?
2 public preschools are located in 32168.
What is the racial composition of students in 32168?
32168 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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