Best Punta Gorda Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,117 students in Punta Gorda, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in Punta Gorda, FL are Sallie Jones Elementary School, Deep Creek Elementary School and East Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Punta Gorda, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Punta Gorda have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Punta Gorda, FL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sallie Jones Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1230 Narranja St
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5440
Gr: PK-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Deep Creek Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
26900 Harbor View Rd
Punta Gorda, FL 33983
(941) 255-7535
Gr: PK-5 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
East Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
27050 Fairway Dr
Punta Gorda, FL 33982
(941) 575-5475
Gr: PK-5 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Kingsway Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
23300 Quasar Blvd
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7590
Gr: PK-5 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Charlotte Harbor School
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
22450 Hancock Ave
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7440
Gr: PK-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Baker/head Start
311 E Charlotte Ave
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 575-5470
Gr: PK | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 83:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Punta Gorda, Florida

Punta Gorda, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2208 Castillo Ave
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 634-5535
Gr: 8-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
45991 Bermont Rd
Punta Gorda, FL 33982
(941) 575-5790
Gr: 6-12
45991 Bermont Rd
Punta Gorda, FL 33982
(941) 575-5790
Gr: 7-12
2208 Castilla Avenue
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 639-5535
2208 Castilla Avenue
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
(941) 639-5535
Gr: 7-12 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Punta Gorda, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in Punta Gorda, FL include Sallie Jones Elementary School, Deep Creek Elementary School and East Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Punta Gorda?
6 public preschools are located in Punta Gorda.
What is the racial composition of students in Punta Gorda?
Punta Gorda public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Punta Gorda are often viewed compared to one another?

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