For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,986 students in 33844, FL (there are 7 private schools, serving 955 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 33844, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33844, FL are Daniel Jenkins Academy Of Technology Middle School, Bethune Academy and Eastside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33844 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33844, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33844, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Daniel Jenkins Academy Of Technology Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 Ledwith Ave
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3267
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3267
Gr: 6-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Bethune Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Avenue F
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3334
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3334
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Eastside Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1820 Johnson Ave E
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3254
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3254
Gr: PK-5 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Alta Vista Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 Scenic Hwy S
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3235
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3235
Gr: PK-5 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Sandhill Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Tyner Rd
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 419-3166
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 419-3166
Gr: PK-5 | 1,111 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #66.
Haines City Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Hornet Dr
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3281
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3281
Gr: 9-12 | 3,105 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Shelley S. Boone Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 22nd St S
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3302
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3302
Gr: 6-8 | 1,329 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
33844, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
701 Ledwith Avenue
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3267
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3267
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Haines City Best Program (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
550 S 30th Street
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3358
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3358
Gr: K-12 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Haines City Literarcy Learning Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2800 Hornet Drive
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3281
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3281
Gr: 10-11 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Haines City Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
2800 Hornet Dr
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3281
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3281
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33844, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33844, FL include Daniel Jenkins Academy Of Technology Middle School, Bethune Academy and Eastside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33844?
8 public schools are located in 33844.
What percentage of students in 33844 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 33844 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33844?
33844 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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