For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,594 students in 32024, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in 32024, FL are Belmont Academy, Westside Elementary School and Pinemount Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32024 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32024, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32024, FL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Belmont Academy
Charter School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1476 Sw Walter Ave
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 487-0487
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 487-0487
Grades: PK-12
| 823 students
Rank: #22.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1956 Sw County Road 252b
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 755-8280
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 755-8280
Grades: PK-5
| 714 students
Rank: #33.
Pinemount Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
324 Sw Gabriel Pl
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 755-8172
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 755-8172
Grades: PK-5
| 471 students
Rank: #44.
Columbia City Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7438 Sw State Road 47
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 758-4850
Lake City, FL 32024
(386) 758-4850
Grades: PK-5
| 586 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 32024, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in 32024, FL include Belmont Academy, Westside Elementary School and Pinemount Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32024?
4 public preschools are located in 32024.
What is the racial composition of students in 32024?
32024 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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