For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,526 students in Starke, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 730 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Starke, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Starke, FL are Starke Elementary School, Bradford Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided) and Bradford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Starke, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Starke have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Starke, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Starke Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 W Weldon St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6047
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6047
Gr: PK-6 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Bradford Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided)
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 W Washington St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6010
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6010
Gr: K-12 | 1 student
Rank: #33.
Bradford Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3856 Se 144th St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6066
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6066
Gr: PK-6 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Bradford Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
527 N Orange St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6704
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6704
Gr: 7-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Bradford High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
581 N Temple Ave
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6091
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6091
Gr: 9-12 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
501 W Washington St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6010
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6010
Gr: K-12 | 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
501 W Washington St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6010
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6010
Gr: K-12
Rank: n/an/a
Florida Youth Challenge Academy
Alternative School
Rte 1 Box 550
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 682-4036
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 682-4036
Gr: 9-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
North Florida Technical College
Vocational School
609 N Orange St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6766
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6766
Gr: 6-12
Starke, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Believer's School Of Learning (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
42030 N Temple Avenue
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 964-999
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 964-999
Gr: K-3 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Bradford Intervention Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
501 W Washington St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6014
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6014
Gr: K-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
501 W Washington St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6021
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6021
Gr: K-5 | 49 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Renaissance Center (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
609 North Orange St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6764
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6764
Gr: 6-12
1050 - A North Pine St
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6014
Starke, FL 32091
(904) 966-6014
Gr: PK | 90 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Starke, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in Starke, FL include Starke Elementary School, Bradford Virtual Instruction Program (District Provided) and Bradford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Starke?
10 public schools are located in Starke.
What percentage of students in Starke go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Starke are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Starke?
Starke public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Starke are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Starke include: Starke Elementary School vs. Bradford Elementary School, Bradford Elementary School vs. Starke Elementary School, Bradford Middle School vs. Bradford Virtual Franchise With Flvs
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