For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,444 students in 34472, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in 34472, FL are Emerald Shores Elementary School and Greenway 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 47% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34472, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34472, FL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Emerald Shores Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
404 Emerald Rd
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4800
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4800
Grades: PK-5
| 698 students
Rank: #22.
Greenway Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
207 Midway Rd
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4845
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 671-4845
Grades: PK-5
| 746 students
34472, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5895 Se 83rd St
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 245-6600
Ocala, FL 34472
(352) 245-6600
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 34472, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in 34472, FL include Emerald Shores Elementary School and Greenway 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 more than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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