For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,035 students in 32168, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32168, FL are Chisholm Elementary School, Read-pattillo Elementary School and Samsula Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 32168 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 32168, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32168, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chisholm Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
557 Ronnoc Ln
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 426-7340
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 426-7340
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Read-pattillo Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 6th St
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 426-7400
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 426-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Samsula Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
248 N Samsula Dr
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 423-6650
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 423-6650
Gr: K-5 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
New Smyrna Beach Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 S Myrtle Ave
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 424-2550
New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
(386) 424-2550
Gr: 6-8 | 1,036 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 32168, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 32168, FL include Chisholm Elementary School, Read-pattillo Elementary School and Samsula Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 32168?
4 public elementary schools are located in 32168.
What is the racial composition of students in 32168?
32168 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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