For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,475 students in 32309, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 701 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 32309, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32309, FL are William J Montford Iii Middle School, Desoto Trail Elementary School and Roberts Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32309 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32309, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32309, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William J Montford Iii Middle School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5789 Pimlico Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 922-6011
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 922-6011
Gr: 6-8 | 1,016 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Desoto Trail Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5200 Tredington Park Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 488-4511
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 488-4511
Gr: PK-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Roberts Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5777 Pimlico Dr
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 488-0923
Tallahassee, FL 32309
(850) 488-0923
Gr: PK-5 | 807 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32309, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32309, FL include William J Montford Iii Middle School, Desoto Trail Elementary School and Roberts Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32309?
3 public schools are located in 32309.
What percentage of students in 32309 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 32309 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32309?
32309 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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