For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,838 students in 34286, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 34286, FL are Cranberry Elementary School and Lamarque Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34286 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34286, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34286, FL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cranberry Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2775 Shalimar Ter
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 480-3400
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 480-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Lamarque Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3415 Lamarque Ave
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 426-6371
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 426-6371
Gr: PK-5 | 1,025 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
34286, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Suncoast Technical College North Port Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
4901 Cranberry Blvd N
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 924-1365
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 924-1365
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 34286, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34286, FL include Cranberry Elementary School and Lamarque Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34286?
2 public preschools are located in 34286.
What is the racial composition of students in 34286?
34286 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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