Best 34608 Florida Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,761 students in 34608, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34608, FL are Gulf Coast Academy Of Science And Technology and Explorer K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34608 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34608, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 34608, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gulf Coast Academy Of Science And Technology
Charter School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
10444 Tillery Rd
Spring Hill, FL 34608
(352) 688-5092
Gr: 6-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Explorer K-8
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
10252 Northcliffe Blvd
Spring Hill, FL 34608
(352) 797-7094
Gr: PK-8 | 1,544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 34608, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34608, FL include Gulf Coast Academy Of Science And Technology and Explorer K-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 34608?
2 public middle schools are located in 34608.
What is the racial composition of students in 34608?
34608 public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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