For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 7,215 students in 34609, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 546 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 34609, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 34609, FL are Challenger K-8 School Of Science And Math, Suncoast Elementary School and John D. Floyd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34609 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34609, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34609, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Challenger K-8 School Of Science And Math
Magnet School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13400 Elgin Blvd
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7024
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7024
Grades: PK-8
| 1,467 students
Rank: #22.
Suncoast Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11135 Quality Dr
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7085
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7085
Grades: PK-5
| 921 students
Rank: #33.
John D. Floyd Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3139 Dumont Ave
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7055
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7055
Grades: PK-5
| 955 students
Rank: #44.
Spring Hill Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6001 Mariner Blvd
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7030
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7030
Grades: PK-5
| 893 students
Rank: #55.
Powell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4100 Barclay Ave
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7095
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7095
Grades: 6-8
| 1,061 students
Rank: #66.
Frank W. Springstead High School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3300 Mariner Blvd
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7010
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7010
Grades: 9-12
| 1,893 students
Rank: #77.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3139 Dumont Ave
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 667-1918
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 667-1918
Grades: 6-12
| 25 students
34609, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3300 Mariner Blvd
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7027
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7027
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34609, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34609, FL include Challenger K-8 School Of Science And Math, Suncoast Elementary School and John D. Floyd Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34609?
7 public schools are located in 34609.
What percentage of students in 34609 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 34609 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34609?
34609 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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