For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,797 students in 34785, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34785, FL are Wildwood Elementary School and Wildwood Middle/ High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34785 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34785, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34785, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wildwood Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Huey St
Wildwood, FL 34785
(352) 748-3353
Wildwood, FL 34785
(352) 748-3353
Gr: PK-5 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Wildwood Middle/ High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 Huey St
Wildwood, FL 34785
(352) 748-1314
Wildwood, FL 34785
(352) 748-1314
Gr: 6-12 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Cleveland Ave
Wildwood, FL 34785
(352) 748-1510
Wildwood, FL 34785
(352) 748-1510
Gr: 3-6 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34785, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34785, FL include Wildwood Elementary School and Wildwood Middle/ High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34785?
3 public elementary schools are located in 34785.
What is the racial composition of students in 34785?
34785 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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