For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 709 students in 33980, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 250 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 33980, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33980, FL are Kingsway Elementary School and Charlotte Harbor School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33980 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33980, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33980, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kingsway Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
23300 Quasar Blvd
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7590
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7590
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Charlotte Harbor School
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22450 Hancock Ave
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7440
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7440
Gr: PK-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33980, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33980, FL include Kingsway Elementary School and Charlotte Harbor School.
How many public schools are located in 33980?
2 public schools are located in 33980.
What percentage of students in 33980 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 33980 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33980?
33980 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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