For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,971 students in 32317, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 32317, FL are Buck Lake Elementary School, Swift Creek Middle School and Chaires Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32317 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32317, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32317, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buck Lake Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1600 Pedrick Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32317
(850) 488-6133
Tallahassee, FL 32317
(850) 488-6133
Grades: PK-5
| 728 students
Rank: #22.
Swift Creek Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2100 Pedrick Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32317
(850) 487-4868
Tallahassee, FL 32317
(850) 487-4868
Grades: 6-8
| 781 students
Rank: #33.
Chaires Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4774 Chaires Cross Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32317
(850) 488-5977
Tallahassee, FL 32317
(850) 488-5977
Grades: PK-5
| 462 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 32317, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 32317, FL include Buck Lake Elementary School, Swift Creek Middle School and Chaires Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32317?
3 public elementary schools are located in 32317.
What is the racial composition of students in 32317?
32317 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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