For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,940 students in 33527, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 33527, FL are Nelson Elementary School, Dover Elementary School and Bailey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33527 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33527, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33527, FL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5413 Durant Rd
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 651-2120
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 651-2120
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Dover Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3035 Nelson Ave
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 757-9457
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 757-9457
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Bailey Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4630 Gallagher Rd
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 707-7531
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 707-7531
Gr: PK-5 | 719 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Willis Peters Exceptional Center
Special Education School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2919 Nelson Ave
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 747-9462
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 747-9462
Gr: PK-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
33527, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
12902 E Us Highway 92
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 707-1060
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 707-1060
Gr: 6-8 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33527, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 33527, FL include Nelson Elementary School, Dover Elementary School and Bailey Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33527?
4 public preschools are located in 33527.
What is the racial composition of students in 33527?
33527 public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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