For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,855 students in 34286, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 76 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 34286, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 34286, FL are Cranberry Elementary School and Lamarque Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34286 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34286, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34286, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cranberry Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2775 Shalimar Ter
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 480-3400
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 480-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 779 students
Rank: #22.
Lamarque Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3415 Lamarque Ave
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 426-6371
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 426-6371
Grades: PK-5
| 1,076 students
34286, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4901 Cranberry Blvd N
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 924-1365
North Port, FL 34286
(941) 924-1365
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34286, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34286, FL include Cranberry Elementary School and Lamarque Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34286?
2 public schools are located in 34286.
What percentage of students in 34286 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 34286 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34286?
34286 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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