For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 844 students in 32626, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32626, FL are Chiefland Middle High School and Nature Coast Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 32626 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 32626, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32626, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chiefland Middle High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
808 N Main St
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6000
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 493-6000
Gr: 6-12 | 760 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Nature Coast Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6830 Nw 140th St
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-0700
Chiefland, FL 32626
(352) 490-0700
Gr: 6-8 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 32626, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 32626, FL include Chiefland Middle High School and Nature Coast Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 32626?
2 public middle schools are located in 32626.
What is the racial composition of students in 32626?
32626 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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