For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 649 students in 33801, FL.
The top ranked public charter schools in 33801, FL are Mckeel Academy Central and Polk Pre-collegiate Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 33801 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 33801, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33801, FL Public Charter Schools (2025)
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: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Polk Pre-collegiate Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
114 North Tennessee Ave, Suite
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 204-1771
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 204-1771
Gr: 9-10 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
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%
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%
900 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 665-4538
Gr: PK-12
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 charter schools in 33801, FL?
The top ranked public charter schools in 33801, FL include Mckeel Academy Central and Polk Pre-collegiate Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 33801?
2 public charter schools are located in 33801.
What is the racial composition of students in 33801?
33801 public charter schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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