For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 688 students in 34731, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 52 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 34731, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public school in 34731, FL is Fruitland Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 34731 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34731, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34731, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fruitland Park Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
304 W Fountain St
Fruitland Park, FL 34731
(352) 787-2693
Fruitland Park, FL 34731
(352) 787-2693
Gr: PK-5 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34731, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34731, FL include Fruitland Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 34731?
1 public schools are located in 34731.
What percentage of students in 34731 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 34731 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34731?
34731 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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