For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,880 students in 34474, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 34474, FL are Saddlewood Elementary School and College Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34474 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34474, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34474, FL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saddlewood Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3700 Sw 43rd Ct
Ocala, FL 34474
(352) 291-4075
Ocala, FL 34474
(352) 291-4075
Gr: PK-5 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
College Park Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1330 Sw 33rd Ave
Ocala, FL 34474
(352) 291-4040
Ocala, FL 34474
(352) 291-4040
Gr: PK-5 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 34474, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34474, FL include Saddlewood Elementary School and College Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34474?
2 public preschools are located in 34474.
What is the racial composition of students in 34474?
34474 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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