For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 918 students in 34461, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 34461, FL are Lecanto Primary School and Crest School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 34461 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 34461, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34461, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lecanto Primary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3790 W Educational Path
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 746-2220
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 746-2220
Gr: PK-5 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Crest School
Special Education School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2600 S Panther Pride Dr
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 527-0303
Lecanto, FL 34461
(352) 527-0303
Gr: PK-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 34461, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 34461, FL include Lecanto Primary School and Crest School.
How many public preschools are located in 34461?
2 public preschools are located in 34461.
What is the racial composition of students in 34461?
34461 public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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