For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 9,132 students in 32771, FL (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,293 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 32771, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 32771, FL are Wilson Elementary School, Goldsboro Elementary Magnet and Sanford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32771 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32771, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32771, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
985 S Orange Blvd
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-6950
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-6950
Gr: PK-5 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Goldsboro Elementary Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1300 W 20th St
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-5850
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-5850
Gr: PK-5 | 901 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Sanford Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1700 S French Ave
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-6150
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-6150
Gr: 6-8 | 1,385 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Galileo School For Gifted Learning
Charter School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3900 E State Road 46
Sanford, FL 32771
(321) 249-9221
Sanford, FL 32771
(321) 249-9221
Gr: K-8 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Crooms Academy Of Information Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2200 W 13th St
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-5750
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-5750
Gr: 9-12 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Bentley Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2190 S Oregon Ave
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 871-9950
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 871-9950
Gr: PK-5 | 903 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Millennium Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2330 E Sr 46
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-6550
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-6550
Gr: 6-8 | 1,323 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #88.
Midway Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2368 Brisson Ave
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-5950
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-5950
Gr: PK-5 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #99.
Hamilton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1501 E 8th St
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-6050
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-6050
Gr: PK-5 | 671 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1010.
Idyllwilde Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
430 Vihlen Rd
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-3750
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-3750
Gr: PK-5 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Journeys Academy
Alternative School
1722 W Airport Blvd
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-7827
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-7827
Gr: 1-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
1101 Bay Ave
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-0228
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-0228
Gr: PK | 72 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
1211 S Mellonville Ave
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-0167
Sanford, FL 32771
(407) 320-0167
Gr: PK | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 32771, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 32771, FL include Wilson Elementary School, Goldsboro Elementary Magnet and Sanford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 32771?
13 public schools are located in 32771.
What percentage of students in 32771 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 32771 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32771?
32771 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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