For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,553 students in 34609, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34609, FL are Challenger K-8 School Of Science And Math, Powell Middle School and Pace Center For Girls. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 34609 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 34609, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34609, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Challenger K-8 School Of Science And Math
Magnet School
(Math: 82% | 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
Gr: PK-8 | 1,467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Powell Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Barclay Ave
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7095
Spring Hill, FL 34609
(352) 797-7095
Gr: 6-8 | 1,061 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
34609, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 34609, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 34609, FL include Challenger K-8 School Of Science And Math, Powell Middle School and Pace Center For Girls.
How many public middle schools are located in 34609?
3 public middle schools are located in 34609.
What is the racial composition of students in 34609?
34609 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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