For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 727 students in 33980, FL (there are , serving 250 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 33980, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33980, FL are Kingsway Elementary School and Charlotte Harbor School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33980 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33980, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33980, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kingsway Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
23300 Quasar Blvd
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7590
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7590
Grades: PK-5
| 587 students
Rank: #22.
Charlotte Harbor School
Special Education School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22450 Hancock Ave
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7440
Punta Gorda, FL 33980
(941) 255-7440
Grades: PK-12
| 140 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33980, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33980, FL include Kingsway Elementary School and Charlotte Harbor School.
How many public schools are located in 33980?
2 public schools are located in 33980.
What percentage of students in 33980 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 33980 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33980?
33980 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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