For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,355 students in 33853, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 357 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 33853, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top ranked public schools in 33853, FL are Hillcrest Elementary School, Edward W Bok North and Lake Wales Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33853 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33853, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33853, FL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1051 State Road 60 E
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4216
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4216
Grades: PK-5
| 690 students
Rank: #22.
Edward W Bok North
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
338 E Central Ave
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 638-1010
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 638-1010
Grades: 6-8
| 554 students
Rank: #33.
Lake Wales Senior High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Highlander Way
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4222
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4222
Grades: 9-12
| 1,560 students
Rank: #44.
Mclaughlin Middle School And Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 4th St S
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4233
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4233
Grades: 6-8
| 449 students
Rank: #55.
Janie Howard Wilson School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
306 Florida Ave
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4211
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4211
Grades: PK-5
| 389 students
Rank: #66.
Polk Avenue Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
110 Polk Ave E
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4244
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4244
Grades: PK-5
| 544 students
Rank: #77.
Spook Hill Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
321 Dr Ja Wiltshire Ave E
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4262
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4262
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
Rank: #88.
Victory Ridge Academy
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
501 Burns Ave
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 679-3338
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 679-3338
Grades: PK-12
| 290 students
Rank: #99.
Roosevelt Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
115 E St
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4252
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 678-4252
Grades: 6-12
| 274 students
33853, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
800 S Fourth Steet
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 284-4343
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 284-4343
Grades: K-5
| 21 students
Our Childrens Middle Academy (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
16 3rd St N
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 679-7500
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 679-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 69 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33853, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33853, FL include Hillcrest Elementary School, Edward W Bok North and Lake Wales Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 33853, FL?
9 public schools are located in 33853, FL.
What percentage of students in 33853, FL go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 33853, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33853, FL?
33853, FL public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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