For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,172 students in 32836, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 340 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 32836, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32836, FL are Bay Meadows Elementary School, Castleview Elementary School and Sand Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32836 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32836, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32836, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bay Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9150 S Apopka Vineland Rd
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 876-7500
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 876-7500
Grades: PK-5
| 722 students
Rank: #22.
Castleview Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9131 Taborfield Ave
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 612-4205
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 612-4205
Grades: K-5
| 737 students
Rank: #33.
Sand Lake Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8301 Buena Vista Woods Blvd
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 903-7400
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 903-7400
Grades: PK-5
| 713 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32836, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32836, FL include Bay Meadows Elementary School, Castleview Elementary School and Sand Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32836?
3 public schools are located in 32836.
What percentage of students in 32836 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 32836 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32836?
32836 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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