For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,083 students in 32909, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32909, FL are Sunrise Elementary School, John F. Turner Senior Elementary School and Columbia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32909 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32909, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32909, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1651 Mara Loma Blvd Se
Palm Bay, FL 32909
(321) 674-6145
Palm Bay, FL 32909
(321) 674-6145
Gr: PK-6 | 907 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
John F. Turner Senior Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3175 Jupiter Blvd Se
Palm Bay, FL 32909
(321) 676-5700
Palm Bay, FL 32909
(321) 676-5700
Gr: PK-6 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1225 Waco Blvd Se
Palm Bay, FL 32909
(321) 676-1319
Palm Bay, FL 32909
(321) 676-1319
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32909, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32909, FL include Sunrise Elementary School, John F. Turner Senior Elementary School and Columbia Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32909?
3 public preschools are located in 32909.
What is the racial composition of students in 32909?
32909 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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