For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 1,384 students in Nokomis, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 71 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Nokomis, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Nokomis, FL is Laurel Nokomis School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nokomis, FL public school have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Nokomis have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Nokomis, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel Nokomis School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1900 Laurel Rd E
Nokomis, FL 34275
(941) 486-2171
Nokomis, FL 34275
(941) 486-2171
Gr: PK-8 | 1,384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Nokomis, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Nokomis, FL include Laurel Nokomis School.
How many public schools are located in Nokomis?
1 public schools are located in Nokomis.
What percentage of students in Nokomis go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Nokomis are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Nokomis?
Nokomis public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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