For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 862 students in 32462, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32462, FL are Vernon Elementary School and Vernon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32462 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32462, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32462, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vernon Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3665 Roche Ave
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2486
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2486
Gr: PK-5 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Vernon Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3190 Moss Hill Rd
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2807
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-2807
Gr: 6-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
32462, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Vernon Place High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
3242 Moss Hill Rd
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-1264
Vernon, FL 32462
(850) 535-1264
Gr: 7-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32462, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32462, FL include Vernon Elementary School and Vernon Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32462?
2 public elementary schools are located in 32462.
What is the racial composition of students in 32462?
32462 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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