For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,345 students in 33809, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in 33809, FL are Wendell Watson Elementary School and Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33809 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33809, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33809, FL Public Preschools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wendell Watson Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Walt Williams Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6060
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6060
Grades: PK-5
| 842 students
Rank: #22.
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
110 Leelon Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6044
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6044
Grades: PK-5
| 503 students
33809, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lake Gibson Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
7007 N Socrum Loop Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 33809, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in 33809, FL include Wendell Watson Elementary School and Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33809, FL?
2 public preschools are located in 33809, FL.
What is the racial composition of students in 33809, FL?
33809, FL public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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