For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,190 students in 32836, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 340 private students). 87% 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 67% (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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32836, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bay Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 75% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Castleview Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9131 Taborfield Ave
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 612-4205
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 612-4205
Gr: K-5 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Sand Lake Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8301 Buena Vista Woods Blvd
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 903-7400
Orlando, FL 32836
(407) 903-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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?
87% 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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