For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,576 students in 33801, FL (there are 6 private schools, serving 831 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 33801, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33801, FL are Mckeel Academy Central, Lawton Chiles Middle Academy and Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33801 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33801, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33801, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckeel Academy Central
Charter School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
411 Florida Ave N
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-1287
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-1287
Gr: PK-6 | 610 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Lawton Chiles Middle Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Florida Ave N
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2742
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2742
Gr: 6-8 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2805 Morgan Combee Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2960
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2960
Gr: PK-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Lakeland Senior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
726 Hollingsworth Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2900
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,985 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Oscar J. Pope Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2730 Maine Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2992
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2992
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Crystal Lake Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 Galvin Dr
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2966
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2966
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
Crystal Lake Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2410 Crystal Lake Dr N
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2970
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2970
Gr: 6-8 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #88.
Philip O'brien Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1225 Lime St E
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2950
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2950
Gr: PK-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #99.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
213 Tyler Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 688-5596
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 688-5596
Gr: 6-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1010.
Tenoroc High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4905 Saddle Creek Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Gr: 9-12 | 1,141 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1111.
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Enchanted Dr
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2980
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2980
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #1212.
Real Academy (Reaching Every Adolescent Learner)
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
951 Mount Airy Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 534-0500
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 534-0500
Gr: 4-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
Fresh Start Community School
Alternative School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 419-3486
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 419-3486
Gr: 10-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Polk Grad Academy
Alternative School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 57%
33801, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Amikids (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
618 North Massachussets Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 682-7600
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 682-7600
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Drop Back In High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
302 Memorial Blvd E
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 687-9222
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 687-9222
Gr: 9-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Eckerd Connects (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1140 N Combee Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Gr: 6-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Eckerd Connects Strive Academy (Closed 2025)
Alternative School
1140 N Combree Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Gr: 6-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Ese Countywide (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2963
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2963
Gr: K-12
750 Hollingsworth Road
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2855
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2855
Gr: 9-12 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Lakeland Teen Parent Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
910 Lowry Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2954
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2954
Gr: PK-12 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
510 Hartsell Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2870
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2870
Tenoroc Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
4905 Saddle Creek Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33801, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33801, FL include Mckeel Academy Central, Lawton Chiles Middle Academy and Combee Academy Of Design And Engineering.
How many public schools are located in 33801?
14 public schools are located in 33801.
What percentage of students in 33801 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 33801 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33801?
33801 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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