For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,103 students in Punta Gorda, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Punta Gorda, FL are Sallie Jones Elementary School, Deep Creek Elementary School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Punta Gorda, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Punta Gorda have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Punta Gorda, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sallie Jones Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1230 Narranja St
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5440
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5440
Gr: PK-5 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Deep Creek Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
26900 Harbor View Rd
Punta Gorda, FL 33983
(941) 255-7535
Punta Gorda, FL 33983
(941) 255-7535
Gr: PK-5 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
East Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27050 Fairway Dr
Punta Gorda, FL 33982
(941) 575-5475
Punta Gorda, FL 33982
(941) 575-5475
Gr: PK-5 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
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: #55.
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%
Rank: n/an/a
311 E Charlotte Ave
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5470
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5470
Gr: PK | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 83:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Punta Gorda, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Punta Gorda, FL include Sallie Jones Elementary School, Deep Creek Elementary School and East Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Punta Gorda?
6 public preschools are located in Punta Gorda.
What is the racial composition of students in Punta Gorda?
Punta Gorda public preschools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Punta Gorda are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Punta Gorda include: East Elementary School vs. Sallie Jones Elementary School, Sallie Jones Elementary School vs. East Elementary School, Baker/head Start vs. Sallie Jones Elementary School
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