For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,514 students in 33809, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33809, FL are Wendell Watson Elementary School, Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School and Lake Gibson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33809 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33809, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33809, FL Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wendell Watson Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6800 Walt Williams Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6060
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6060
Grades: PK-5
| 842 students
Rank: #22.
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
110 Leelon Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6044
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6044
Grades: PK-5
| 503 students
Rank: #33.
Lake Gibson Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6901 Socrum Loop Rd N
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6151
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6151
Grades: 6-8
| 1,169 students
33809, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lake Gibson Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
7007 N Socrum Loop Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 33809, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33809, FL include Wendell Watson Elementary School, Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School and Lake Gibson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33809, FL?
3 public elementary schools are located in 33809, FL.
What is the racial composition of students in 33809, FL?
33809, FL public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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