For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,973 students in 33809, FL.
The top-ranked public high school in 33809, FL is Lake Gibson Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 33809 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33809, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33809 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake Gibson Senior High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33809, FL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Gibson Senior High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7007 Socrum Loop Rd N
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,973 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
33809, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake Gibson Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
7007 N Socrum Loop Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 33809, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33809, FL include Lake Gibson Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 33809?
1 public high schools are located in 33809.
What is the racial composition of students in 33809?
33809 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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