Best Arcadia Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,483 students in Arcadia, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Arcadia, FL are Memorial Elementary School and West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arcadia, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Arcadia have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Arcadia, FL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
851 E Hickory St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-0755
Gr: PK-5 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
West Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
304 W Imogene St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-3155
Gr: PK-5 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
310 W Whidden St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Gr: PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Arcadia, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Arcadia, FL include Memorial Elementary School and West Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Arcadia?
3 public preschools are located in Arcadia.
What is the racial composition of students in Arcadia?
Arcadia public preschools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Arcadia are often viewed compared to one another?

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