Best 33803 Florida Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,556 students in 33803, FL.

The top-ranked public preschools in 33803, FL are South Mckeel Academy, Southwest Elementary School and Carlton Palmore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public preschools in zipcode 33803 have an score of 67% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and score of 56% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33803, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 33803, FL Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

South Mckeel Academy

Charter School

(Math: 80% | Reading: 72%)
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2222 Edgewood Dr S
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 510-0044

Gr: PK-6 | 1,199 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Rank: #22.

Southwest Elementary School

(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
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2650 Southwest Ave
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2830

Gr: PK-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%

Rank: #33.

Carlton Palmore Elementary School

(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 43%)
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3725 Clevelnd Hts Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 648-3510

Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Rank: #44.

Mi Escuela Montessori

Charter School

(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
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2130 E. Edgewood Drive, Suite
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 934-2780

Gr: PK-6 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Rank: #55.

Dixieland Elementary School

(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
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416 Ariana St
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2930

Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 33803 Florida

33803, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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The Apple School (Closed 2007)

3425 New Jersey Road
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 619-7170

Gr: K-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%

Expulsion Program (Closed 2006)

Alternative School

3225 Winter Lake Road
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2728

Gr: 6-12 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33803, FL?

The top-ranked public preschools in 33803, FL include South Mckeel Academy, Southwest Elementary School and Carlton Palmore Elementary School.

How many public preschools are located in 33803?

5 public preschools are located in 33803.

What is the racial composition of students in 33803?

33803 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).