For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 749 students in 33778, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33778, FL are Ridgecrest Elementary School and Plato Seminole. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33778 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33778, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33778, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgecrest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1901 119th St
Largo, FL 33778
(727) 588-3580
Largo, FL 33778
(727) 588-3580
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Plato Seminole
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10888 126th Ave N
Largo, FL 33778
(727) 228-9950
Largo, FL 33778
(727) 228-9950
Gr: K-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33778, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33778, FL include Ridgecrest Elementary School and Plato Seminole.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33778?
2 public elementary schools are located in 33778.
What is the racial composition of students in 33778?
33778 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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