For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 201 students in 32626, FL.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 32626, FL are Whispering Winds Charter School and Nature Coast Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 32626 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 32626, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32626, FL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whispering Winds Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2481 Nw Old Fannin Rd
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-5799
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-5799
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Nature Coast Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6830 Nw 140th St
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-0700
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-0700
Gr: 6-8 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
32626, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
811 Nw 4th Dr
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6025
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6025
Gr: 6-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 32626, FL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 32626, FL include Whispering Winds Charter School and Nature Coast Middle School.
How many public charter schools are located in 32626?
2 public charter schools are located in 32626.
What is the racial composition of students in 32626?
32626 public charter schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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