For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,552 students in 32129, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 18 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 32129, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32129, FL are Horizon Elementary School, Sugar Mill Elementary School and Silver Sands Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32129 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32129, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32129, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Horizon Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4751 Hidden Lake Dr
Port Orange, FL 32129
(386) 756-7150
Port Orange, FL 32129
(386) 756-7150
Gr: PK-5 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Sugar Mill Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1101 Charles St
Port Orange, FL 32129
(386) 756-7130
Port Orange, FL 32129
(386) 756-7130
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Silver Sands Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1300 Herbert St
Port Orange, FL 32129
(386) 322-6175
Port Orange, FL 32129
(386) 322-6175
Gr: 6-8 | 1,199 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32129, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32129, FL include Horizon Elementary School, Sugar Mill Elementary School and Silver Sands Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 32129?
4 public schools are located in 32129.
What percentage of students in 32129 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 32129 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32129?
32129 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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