For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,697 students in 34990, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 34990, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 34990, FL are Bessey Creek Elementary School, Hidden Oaks Middle School and Palm City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34990 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34990, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34990, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bessey Creek Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2201 Sw Matheson Ave
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1500
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1500
Grades: PK-5
| 563 students
Rank: #22.
Hidden Oaks Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2801 Sw Martin Hwy
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1655
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1655
Grades: 6-8
| 995 students
Rank: #33.
Palm City Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1951 Sw 34th St
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1565
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 219-1565
Grades: PK-5
| 567 students
Rank: #44.
Citrus Grove Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2527 Sw Citrus Blvd
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 223-2513
Palm City, FL 34990
(772) 223-2513
Grades: PK-5
| 572 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 34990, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 34990, FL include Bessey Creek Elementary School, Hidden Oaks Middle School and Palm City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34990?
4 public schools are located in 34990.
What percentage of students in 34990 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 34990 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34990?
34990 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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