For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,905 students in 33850, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 88 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 33850, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33850, FL are Karen M. Siegel Academy, Lake Alfred Elementary School and Lake Alfred Polytech Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33850 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33850, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33850, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Karen M. Siegel Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
935 Evenhouse Rd
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 965-5566
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 965-5566
Gr: PK-12 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Lake Alfred Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
550 Cummings St E
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5985
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5985
Gr: PK-5 | 1,059 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
925 Buena Vista Dr N
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5988
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5988
Gr: 6-8 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Discovery Academy Of Lake Alfred
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Buena Vista Dr N
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5955
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5955
Gr: 6-8 | 1,039 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Discovery High School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Buena Vista Dr
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 268-7178
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 268-7178
Gr: 9-12 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
33850, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake Alfred B.e.s.t Program Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
690 North Third St
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 968-5162
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 968-5162
Gr: K-5 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33850, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33850, FL include Karen M. Siegel Academy, Lake Alfred Elementary School and Lake Alfred Polytech Academy.
How many public schools are located in 33850?
5 public schools are located in 33850.
What percentage of students in 33850 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 33850 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33850?
33850 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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