For the 2025 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 6,510 students in 33830, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 256 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 33830, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33830, FL are Union Academy, Bartow Elementary Academy and Jean O'dell Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33830 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33830, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33830, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1795 Wabash St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7435
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7435
Gr: 6-8 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Bartow Elementary Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
590 Wilson Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7410
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7410
Gr: K-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Jean O'dell Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1310 Floral Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7440
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7440
Gr: PK-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Spessard L Holland Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2342 Ef Griffin Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 648-3031
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 648-3031
Gr: PK-5 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Polk Halfway House
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2145 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Gr: 5-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Floral Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1530 Floral Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7420
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7420
Gr: PK-5 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #77.
Bartow Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1270 Broadway Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7400
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 2,243 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #88.
Bartow Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
550 Clower St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7415
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7415
Gr: 6-8 | 999 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
James E. Stephens Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Maple Ave N
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7455
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7455
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1010.
Hospital Homebound
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1909 Floral Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 665-4538
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 665-4538
Gr: PK-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1111.
Gause Academy Of Leadership
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1395 Polk St W
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7425
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7425
Gr: 6-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1212.
Compass Middle Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
550 Clower St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-8701
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-8701
Gr: 5-8 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Polk County Sheriff's Central Center
Alternative School
2390 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Gr: 7-12 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center
Alternative School
2390 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3820
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3820
Gr: 5-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 49:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Transition School
Special Education School
1860 Gibbons St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-8169
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-8169
Gr: 12 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 63%
33830, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bartow Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
1270 S Broadway Avenue
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7287
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7287
Gr: 9-12 | 129 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Bartow Youth Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2415 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 499-2954
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 499-2954
Gr: 6-12
1239 East Main Street
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-5441
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-5441
Gr: K-8 | 44 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Central Florida Marine Institute (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
103 Bartow Municipal
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-0111
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-0111
Gr: 6-12 | 35 students Minority enrollment: 63%
1860 Gibbons St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7430
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7430
Gr: PK-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
1270 S Broadway Avenue
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0194
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0194
Gr: 9-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
New Beginnings Youth Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2325 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-7251
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-7251
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
455 N Wilson Avenue
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-5539
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-5539
Gr: 6-7 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Polk Regional Detention Center (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2155 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Gr: 4-12
Sheriff's Youth Villa (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3350 State Road 60 E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-0371
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-0371
Gr: 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33830, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33830, FL include Union Academy, Bartow Elementary Academy and Jean O'dell Learning Center.
How many public schools are located in 33830?
16 public schools are located in 33830.
What percentage of students in 33830 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 33830 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33830?
33830 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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