For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,697 students in Palm City, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Palm City, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Palm City, FL are Bessey Creek Elementary School, Hidden Oaks Middle School and Palm City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palm City, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Palm City have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Palm City, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bessey Creek Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2201 Sw Matheson Ave
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1500
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1500
Grades: PK-5
| 563 students
Rank: #22.
Hidden Oaks Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2801 Sw Martin Hwy
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1655
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1655
Grades: 6-8
| 995 students
Rank: #33.
Palm City Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1951 Sw 34th St
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1565
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1565
Grades: PK-5
| 567 students
Rank: #44.
Citrus Grove Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2527 Sw Citrus Blvd
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 223-2513
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 223-2513
Grades: PK-5
| 572 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Palm City, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Palm City, FL include Bessey Creek Elementary School, Hidden Oaks Middle School and Palm City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Palm City?
4 public schools are located in Palm City.
What percentage of students in Palm City go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Palm City are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Palm City?
Palm City public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Palm City are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Palm City include: Palm City Elementary School vs. Bessey Creek Elementary School, Bessey Creek Elementary School vs. Palm City Elementary School, Citrus Grove Elementary School vs. Bessey Creek Elementary School
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