For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,280 students in 32720, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32720, FL are Citrus Grove Elementary School, Southwestern Middle School and Woodward Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32720 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32720, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32720, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Citrus Grove Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
729 Hazen Rd
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-5290
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-5290
Gr: PK-5 | 825 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Southwestern Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
605 W New Hampshire Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 822-6700
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 822-6700
Gr: 6-8 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Woodward Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1201 S Woodward Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7910
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7910
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Edith I. Starke Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 S Parsons Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7950
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 943-7950
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
32720, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2219 South Wooodland Blvd
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-9849
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 736-9849
Gr: PK | 11 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Hospitalhomebound (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
200 North Clara Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 734-7190
Gr: PK-12 | 2 students
Teen Parent - West (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
491 S Adelle Ave
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 239-6218
Deland, FL 32720
(386) 239-6218
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32720, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32720, FL include Citrus Grove Elementary School, Southwestern Middle School and Woodward Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32720?
4 public elementary schools are located in 32720.
What is the racial composition of students in 32720?
32720 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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