Best 32025 Florida Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,782 students in 32025, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32025, FL are Eastside Elementary School, Summers Elementary School and Melrose Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32025 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32025, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 32025, FL Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
256 Se Beech St
Lake City, FL 32025
(386) 755-8220
Gr: PK-5 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Summers Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1388 Sw Mcfarlane Ave
Lake City, FL 32025
(386) 755-8250
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Melrose Park Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
820 Se Putnam St
Lake City, FL 32025
(386) 755-8260
Gr: PK-5 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32025, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32025, FL include Eastside Elementary School, Summers Elementary School and Melrose Park Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32025?
3 public preschools are located in 32025.
What is the racial composition of students in 32025?
32025 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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