For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,077 students in 32117, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 341 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 32117, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32117, FL are David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School, Halifax Behavioral Services and Westside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32117 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32117, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32117, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1860 N Clyde Morris Blvd
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 258-4682
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 258-4682
Gr: 6-8 | 922 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Halifax Behavioral Services
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
841 Jimmy Ann Dr
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 425-3900
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 425-3900
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Westside Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 5th St
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 274-3400
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 274-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Holly Hill Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Center Ave
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 258-4662
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 258-4662
Gr: PK-5 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Richard Milburn Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1031 Mason Ave
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 304-0086
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 304-0086
Gr: 9-12 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32117, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32117, FL include David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School, Halifax Behavioral Services and Westside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32117?
5 public schools are located in 32117.
What percentage of students in 32117 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 32117 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32117?
32117 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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