For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 722 students in 32640, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32640, FL are Ochwilla Elementary School and Chester Shell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32640 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32640, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32640, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ochwilla Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
299 N State Road 21
Hawthorne, FL 32640
(352) 481-0204
Hawthorne, FL 32640
(352) 481-0204
Gr: PK-6 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Chester Shell Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21633 Se 65th Ave
Hawthorne, FL 32640
(352) 481-1901
Hawthorne, FL 32640
(352) 481-1901
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32640, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32640, FL include Ochwilla Elementary School and Chester Shell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32640?
2 public preschools are located in 32640.
What is the racial composition of students in 32640?
32640 public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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