For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,730 students in 33950, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33950, FL are Sallie Jones Elementary School and Punta Gorda Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33950 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33950, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33950, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sallie Jones Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1230 Narranja St
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5440
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5440
Gr: PK-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Punta Gorda Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 Education Ave
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5485
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5485
Gr: 6-8 | 1,072 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
33950, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Compass Learning Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
2208 Castillo Ave
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 634-5535
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 634-5535
Gr: 8-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
2208 Castilla Avenue
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 639-5535
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 639-5535
Gr: 7-12 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33950, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33950, FL include Sallie Jones Elementary School and Punta Gorda Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33950?
2 public elementary schools are located in 33950.
What is the racial composition of students in 33950?
33950 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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