For the 2024 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 9,335 students in 33801, FL (there are 6 private schools, serving 830 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 33801, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top ranked public schools in 33801, FL are Mckeel Central, Lawton Chiles Middle Academy and Polk Virtual Instruction Program. 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 38% (versus the Florida public school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33801, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33801, FL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mckeel Central
Charter School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
411 Florida Ave N
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-1287
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-1287
Grades: PK-6
| 610 students
Rank: #22.
Lawton Chiles Middle Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
400 Florida Ave N
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2742
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2742
Grades: 6-8
| 636 students
Rank: #33.
Polk Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Grades: K-12
| 68 students
Rank: #44.
Polk Full Time Eschool
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Grades: K-12
| 1,363 students
Rank: #55.
Lakeland Senior High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
726 Hollingsworth Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2900
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2900
Grades: 9-12
| 2,005 students
Rank: #66.
Combee Of Design And Engineering
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2805 Morgan Combee Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2960
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2960
Grades: PK-5
| 569 students
Rank: #77.
Philip O'brien Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1225 Lime St E
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2950
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2950
Grades: PK-5
| 617 students
Rank: #88.
Oscar J. Pope Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2730 Maine Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2992
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2992
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
Rank: #99.
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Enchanted Dr
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2980
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2980
Grades: PK-12
| 94 students
Rank: #1010.
Crystal Lake Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2410 Crystal Lake Dr N
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2970
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2970
Grades: 6-8
| 948 students
Rank: #1111.
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
Grades: 6-12
| 58 students
Rank: #1212.
Tenoroc High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4905 Saddle Creek Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Grades: 9-12
| 1,073 students
Rank: #1313.
Crystal Lake Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
700 Galvin Dr
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2966
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2966
Grades: PK-5
| 427 students
Rank: #1414.
Real (Reaching Every Adolescent Learner)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | 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
Grades: 4-12
| 246 students
Rank: n/an/a
Eckerd Connects
Alternative School
1140 N Combee Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Grades: 6-12
| 20 students
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
Grades: 10-12
| 100 students
Rank: n/an/a
Polk Grad Academy
Alternative School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Grades: 9-12
| 71 students
Rank: n/an/a
900 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Grades: 6-12
| 1 students
33801, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Amikids (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
618 North Massachussets Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 682-7600
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 682-7600
Grades: 6-12
| 38 students
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
Grades: 9-12
| 481 students
Ese Countywide (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2963
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2963
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
750 Hollingsworth Road
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2855
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2855
Grades: 9-12
| 386 students
Lakeland Teen Parent Program (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
910 Lowry Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2954
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2954
Grades: PK-12
| 120 students
900 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
510 Hartsell Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2870
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2870
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Tenoroc Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
4905 Saddle Creek Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33801, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33801, FL include Mckeel Central, Lawton Chiles Middle Academy and Polk Virtual Instruction Program.
How many public schools are located in 33801, FL?
18 public schools are located in 33801, FL.
What percentage of students in 33801, FL go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 33801, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33801, FL?
33801, FL public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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