For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,135 students in 32818, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 32818, FL are Prairie Lake Elementary School, Pinewood Elementary School and Lake Gem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 32818 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 32818, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32818, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Prairie Lake Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8723 Hackney Prairie Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 884-2220
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 884-2220
Gr: PK-5 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Pinewood Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3005 N Apopka Vineland Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-7930
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-7930
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Lake Gem Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4801 Bloodhound St
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-7900
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Hiawassee Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Hennepin Blvd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6410
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6410
Gr: PK-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
West Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
905 Dorscher Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-3875
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-3875
Gr: PK-5 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Magnolia School
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Matterhorne Dr
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6499
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6499
Gr: PK-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #77.
Silver Pines Academy K-12 Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1906 Matterhorn Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6449
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6449
Gr: PK-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 32818, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 32818, FL include Prairie Lake Elementary School, Pinewood Elementary School and Lake Gem Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 32818?
7 public preschools are located in 32818.
What is the racial composition of students in 32818?
32818 public preschools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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