For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,671 students in 32905, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 270 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 32905, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32905, FL are Riviera Elementary School, Palm Bay Academy Charter School and Palm Bay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32905 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32905, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32905, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riviera Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
351 Riviera Dr Ne
Palm Bay, FL 32905
(321) 676-4237
Palm Bay, FL 32905
(321) 676-4237
Gr: PK-6 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
Palm Bay Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2112 Palm Bay Rd Ne
Palm Bay, FL 32905
(321) 984-2710
Palm Bay, FL 32905
(321) 984-2710
Gr: K-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Palm Bay Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Alamanda Rd Ne
Palm Bay, FL 32905
(321) 723-1055
Palm Bay, FL 32905
(321) 723-1055
Gr: PK-6 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32905, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32905, FL include Riviera Elementary School, Palm Bay Academy Charter School and Palm Bay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32905?
3 public schools are located in 32905.
What percentage of students in 32905 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 32905 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32905?
32905 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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