For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,990 students in 34974, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 454 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 34974, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 34974, FL are Pemayetv Emahakv Charter Our Way School, Everglades Elementary School and South Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34974 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34974, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34974, FL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pemayetv Emahakv Charter Our Way School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 E Harney Pond Rd Ne
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 467-2501
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 467-2501
Grades: PK-8
| 282 students
Rank: #22.
Everglades Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3725 Se 8th St
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5108
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5108
Grades: PK-5
| 760 students
Rank: #33.
South Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2468 Sw 7th Ave
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5087
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5087
Grades: PK-6
| 573 students
Rank: #44.
Okeechobee Virtual Franchise
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Sw 2nd Ave
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Grades: K-12
| 89 students
Rank: #55.
Osceola Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
825 Sw 28th St
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5070
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5070
Grades: 6-8
| 753 students
Rank: #66.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
610 Sw 5th Ave
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5077
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5077
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
Rank: n/an/a
Okeechobee Virtual Instruction Program
Magnet School
700 Sw 2nd Ave
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Student Serv./special Programs
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
700 Sw 2nd Ave
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Grades: PK
| 3 students
34974, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Exceptional Child Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
700 Sw 2nd Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Okeechobee County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
0700 Sw 2nd Avenue
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-500
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-500
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
610 Sw 2nd Ave
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5288
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5288
Grades: 9
| 466 students
700 Sw 2nd Ave
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Pemayetv Emahakv Charter Middle School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
100 E Harney Pond Rd Ne
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 467-2501
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 467-2501
Grades: 6-8
| 81 students
700 Sw Second Ave
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Okeechobee, FL 34974
(863) 462-5000
Grades: PK
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34974, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34974, FL include Pemayetv Emahakv Charter Our Way School, Everglades Elementary School and South Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34974?
8 public schools are located in 34974.
What percentage of students in 34974 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 34974 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34974?
34974 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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