For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,347 students in 34759, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34759, FL are Chestnut Elementary School For Science And Engineering, Laurel Elementary School and Palmetto Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 34759 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 34759, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34759, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chestnut Elementary School For Science And Engineering
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Chestnut St
Kissimmee, FL 34759
(407) 870-4862
Kissimmee, FL 34759
(407) 870-4862
Gr: PK-5 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1851 Laurel Ave
Kissimmee, FL 34759
(863) 427-1375
Kissimmee, FL 34759
(863) 427-1375
Gr: PK-5 | 1,126 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Palmetto Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
315 Palmetto St
Kissimmee, FL 34759
(863) 427-6012
Kissimmee, FL 34759
(863) 427-6012
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Lake Marion Creek Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3055 Lake Marion Creek Dr
Kissimmee, FL 34759
(863) 427-1471
Kissimmee, FL 34759
(863) 427-1471
Gr: 6-8 | 1,013 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 34759, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 34759, FL include Chestnut Elementary School For Science And Engineering, Laurel Elementary School and Palmetto Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 34759?
4 public elementary schools are located in 34759.
What is the racial composition of students in 34759?
34759 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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