Best 32118 Florida Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,547 students in 32118, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 320 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 32118, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32118, FL are R. J. Longstreet Elementary School, Beachside Elementary School and Seabreeze High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32118 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32118, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32118, FL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
R. J. Longstreet Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2745 S Peninsula Dr
Daytona Beach, FL 32118
(386) 756-7280
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Beachside Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1265 N Grandview Ave
Daytona Beach, FL 32118
(386) 258-4669
Gr: PK-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Seabreeze High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2700 N Oleander Ave
Daytona Beach, FL 32118
(386) 258-4674
Gr: 9-12 | 1,587 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 32118, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32118, FL include R. J. Longstreet Elementary School, Beachside Elementary School and Seabreeze High School.
How many public schools are located in 32118?
3 public schools are located in 32118.
What percentage of students in 32118 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 32118 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32118?
32118 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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