For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,890 students in 34428, FL (there are , serving 49 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 34428, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 34428, FL are Crystal River Primary School, Crystal River Middle School and Crystal River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 34428 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 34428, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 34428, FL 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crystal River Primary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8624 W Crystal St
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2211
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2211
Gr: PK-5 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Crystal River Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
344 Ne Crystal St
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2116
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-2116
Gr: 6-8 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Crystal River High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3195 Crystal River High Dr
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-4641
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-4641
Gr: 9-12 | 1,312 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 34428, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 34428, FL include Crystal River Primary School, Crystal River Middle School and Crystal River High School.
How many public schools are located in 34428?
3 public schools are located in 34428.
What percentage of students in 34428 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 34428 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 34428?
34428 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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