For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,702 students in 34990, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 34990 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34990, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34990, FL Public Preschools (2025-26)
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 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
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 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 34990, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34990, FL include Bessey Creek Elementary School, Palm City Elementary School and Citrus Grove Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34990?
3 public preschools are located in 34990.
What is the racial composition of students in 34990?
34990 public preschools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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