For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,737 students in 33461, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 305 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 33461, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33461, FL are Somerset Academy The Dr. Bernard Kimmel Campus, Palm Springs Elementary School and Clifford O Taylor/kirklane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33461 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33461, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33461, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Somerset Academy The Dr. Bernard Kimmel Campus
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4696 Davis Rd
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 868-6100
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 868-6100
Gr: K-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Palm Springs Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 Davis Rd
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 804-3000
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 804-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 1,081 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #33.
Clifford O Taylor/kirklane Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4200 Purdy Ln
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 804-3500
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 804-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 1,265 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1640 S. Congress Ave
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 472-1990
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 472-1990
Gr: 6-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Lake Worth Community Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Barnett Dr
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 540-5500
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 540-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,161 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Palm Beach Preparatory Charter Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3525 S Congress Ave
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 623-6935
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 623-6935
Gr: 9-12 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 54:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
33461, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4200 Purdy Ln Bldg 50
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 434-8714
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 434-8714
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33461, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33461, FL include Somerset Academy The Dr. Bernard Kimmel Campus, Palm Springs Elementary School and Clifford O Taylor/kirklane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33461?
6 public schools are located in 33461.
What percentage of students in 33461 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 33461 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33461?
33461 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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