Best Dunedin Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,355 students in Dunedin, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Dunedin, FL are San Jose Elementary School, Garrison-jones Elementary School and Dunedin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dunedin, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Dunedin have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Dunedin, FL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Jose Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1670 San Helen Dr
Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 469-5956
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Garrison-jones Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3133 Garrison Rd
Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 469-5716
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Dunedin Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
900 Union St
Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 738-2990
Gr: PK-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Dunedin, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Dunedin, FL include San Jose Elementary School, Garrison-jones Elementary School and Dunedin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Dunedin?
3 public preschools are located in Dunedin.
What is the racial composition of students in Dunedin?
Dunedin public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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