For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,261 students in 32778, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 672 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 32778, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32778, FL are Pinecrest Academy Tavares, Tavares Elementary School and Nonschool Exceptional Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32778 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32778, 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 32778, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinecrest Academy Tavares
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2550 Huffstetler Dr
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 508-7610
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 508-7610
Gr: K-8 | 972 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Tavares Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
720 E Clifford St
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 343-2861
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 343-2861
Gr: PK-5 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Nonschool Exceptional Education
Special Education School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 W Burleigh Blvd
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6600
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6600
Gr: PK-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #44.
Tavares Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1335 Lane Park Cutoff Ofc
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 343-4545
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 343-4545
Gr: 6-8 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Tavares High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
603 N New Hampshire Ave
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 343-3007
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 343-3007
Gr: 9-12 | 1,458 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Lake County Acer Program
Alternative School
551 W Main St
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6675
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6675
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students
Rank: n/an/a
Non School Pk
Alternative School
201 W Burleigh Blvd
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6780
Tavares, FL 32778
(352) 253-6780
Gr: PK | 5 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32778, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32778, FL include Pinecrest Academy Tavares, Tavares Elementary School and Nonschool Exceptional Education.
How many public schools are located in 32778?
7 public schools are located in 32778.
What percentage of students in 32778 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 32778 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32778?
32778 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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