For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,416 students in 34472, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 34472, FL are Greenway Elementary School and Emerald Shores Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34472 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34472, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34472, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greenway Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
207 Midway Rd
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4845
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4845
Gr: PK-5 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Emerald Shores Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
404 Emerald Rd
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4800
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 34472, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34472, FL include Greenway Elementary School and Emerald Shores Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 34472?
2 public preschools are located in 34472.
What is the racial composition of students in 34472?
34472 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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