For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
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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