For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,572 students in 32935, FL (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,054 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 32935, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32935, FL are West Shore Junior/senior High School, Longleaf Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32935 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32935, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32935, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Shore Junior/senior High School
(Math: ≥99% | Reading: 96%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
250 Wildcat Alley
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4730
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4730
Gr: 7-12 | 948 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Longleaf Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4290 N Wickham Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4700
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2541 Post Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 254-6424
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 254-6424
Gr: PK-6 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Roy Allen Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2601 Fountainhead Blvd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-6450
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-6450
Gr: PK-6 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Harbor City Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1377 Sarno Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 254-5534
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 254-5534
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Croton Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1449 Croton Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 259-3818
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 259-3818
Gr: PK-6 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Lyndon B. Johnson Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2155 Croton Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-6430
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-6430
Gr: 7-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #88.
Sabal Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1401 N Wickham Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 254-7261
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 254-7261
Gr: PK-6 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #99.
Dr. W.j. Creel Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Glenwood Dr
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 259-3233
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 259-3233
Gr: PK-7 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #1010.
Eau Gallie High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Commodore Blvd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-6400
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,398 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
South Area Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
2175 N Wickham Rd
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4770
Melbourne, FL 32935
(321) 242-4770
Gr: 1-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32935, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32935, FL include West Shore Junior/senior High School, Longleaf Elementary School and Sherwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32935?
11 public schools are located in 32935.
What percentage of students in 32935 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 32935 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32935?
32935 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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