For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 254 students in Marianna, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Marianna, FL are Hope School and Jackson Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marianna, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Marianna have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Marianna, FL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hope School
Alternative School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2958 Cherokee St
Marianna, FL 32446
(850) 482-9616
Marianna, FL 32446
(850) 482-9616
Gr: PK-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Technology Cir
Marianna, FL 32448
(850) 482-9666
Marianna, FL 32448
(850) 482-9666
Gr: PK-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: n/an/a
4283 Kelson Ave
Marianna, FL 32446
(850) 482-9698
Marianna, FL 32446
(850) 482-9698
Gr: PK | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Marianna, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Marianna, FL include Hope School and Jackson Alternative School.
How many public preschools are located in Marianna?
4 public preschools are located in Marianna.
What is the racial composition of students in Marianna?
Marianna public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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