For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,685 students in 34990, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34990, FL are Bessey Creek Elementary School, Palm City Elementary School and Citrus Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34990 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34990, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34990, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bessey Creek Elementary School
(Math: 80% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Palm City Elementary School
(Math: 80% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Citrus Grove Elementary School
(Math: 77% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Hidden Oaks Middle School
(Math: 77% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 920 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34990, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34990, FL include Bessey Creek Elementary School, Palm City Elementary School and Citrus Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34990?
4 public elementary schools are located in 34990.
What is the racial composition of students in 34990?
34990 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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