For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,889 students in 34266, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34266, FL are Desoto Virtual Academy, Memorial Elementary School and West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34266 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34266, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34266, FL Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desoto Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
530 Lasolona Ave
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-4222
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-4222
Grades: K-12
| 53 students
Rank: #22.
Memorial Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
851 E Hickory St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-0755
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-0755
Grades: PK-5
| 793 students
Rank: #33.
West Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
304 W Imogene St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-3155
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-3155
Grades: PK-5
| 795 students
Rank: #44.
Desoto Virtual Franchise
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
310 W Whidden St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Desoto Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
420 E Gibson St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-4133
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-4133
Grades: 6-8
| 1,169 students
Rank: #66.
Desoto Secondary School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
318 N Wilson Ave
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-9303
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-9303
Grades: K-12
| 69 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hospital And Homebound
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
494 N Manatee Ave
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-0261
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-0261
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Reduced Services
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
310 W Whidden St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Grades: K-12
| 10 students
34266, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Carlstrom Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
5871 Southeast Hwy 31
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 491-5367
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 491-5367
Grades: 6-12
| 126 students
Desoto Alternative Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5891 Se Highway 31
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-0151
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-0151
Grades: K-12
| 39 students
Desoto County Adult Education Center (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
310 W Whidden St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
310 W Whidden St
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 993-1333
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
318 N Wilson Ave
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-9303
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-9303
Grades: PK
| 41 students
Joshua Creek Center (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
5871 Southeast Hwy 31
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 491-5300
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 491-5300
Grades: 6-12
| 125 students
Private Pk Ese Elementary School (Closed 2016)
Special Education School
4846 Sw Shores Ave, Pk Unit
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-4511
Arcadia, FL 34266
(863) 494-4511
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 34266, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 34266, FL include Desoto Virtual Academy, Memorial Elementary School and West Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34266?
8 public elementary schools are located in 34266.
What is the racial composition of students in 34266?
34266 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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