For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,163 students in 32579, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32579, FL are Shalimar Elementary School and Longwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32579 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32579, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32579, FL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shalimar Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1350 Joe Martin Cir
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Gr: PK-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Longwood Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
50 Holly Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32579, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32579, FL include Shalimar Elementary School and Longwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32579?
2 public preschools are located in 32579.
What is the racial composition of students in 32579?
32579 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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