For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,417 students in 34684, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 88 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 34684, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34684, FL are Lake St. George Elementary School, Curlew Creek Elementary School and Joseph L. Carwise Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34684 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34684, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34684, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake St. George Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2855 County Road 95
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
(727) 669-1161
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
(727) 669-1161
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Curlew Creek Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3030 Curlew Rd
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
(727) 724-1423
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
(727) 724-1423
Gr: PK-5 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Joseph L. Carwise Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3301 Bentley Dr
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
(727) 724-1442
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
(727) 724-1442
Gr: 6-8 | 859 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Highland Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1230 Highlands Blvd
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
(727) 724-1429
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
(727) 724-1429
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34684, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34684, FL include Lake St. George Elementary School, Curlew Creek Elementary School and Joseph L. Carwise Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 34684?
4 public schools are located in 34684.
What percentage of students in 34684 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 34684 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34684?
34684 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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