For the 2025 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 48% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shalimar Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1350 Joe Martin Cir
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4339
Grades: PK-5
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Longwood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
50 Holly Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Shalimar, FL 32579
(850) 833-4329
Grades: PK-5
| 574 students
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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