For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,867 students in 34608, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 171 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 34608, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34608, FL are Gulf Coast Academy Of Science And Technology, Gulf Coast Elementary School and Explorer K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34608 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34608, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34608, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gulf Coast Academy Of Science And Technology
Charter School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10444 Tillery Rd
Spring Hill, FL 34608
(352) 688-5092
Spring Hill, FL 34608
(352) 688-5092
Gr: 6-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Gulf Coast Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10444 Tillery Rd
Spring Hill, FL 34608
(352) 688-5092
Spring Hill, FL 34608
(352) 688-5092
Gr: K-6 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Explorer K-8
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10252 Northcliffe Blvd
Spring Hill, FL 34608
(352) 797-7094
Spring Hill, FL 34608
(352) 797-7094
Gr: PK-8 | 1,544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34608, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34608, FL include Gulf Coast Academy Of Science And Technology, Gulf Coast Elementary School and Explorer K-8.
How many public schools are located in 34608?
3 public schools are located in 34608.
What percentage of students in 34608 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 34608 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34608?
34608 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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