For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,272 students in 33813, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,388 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 33813, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top ranked public schools in 33813, FL are Valleyview Elementary School, Highlands Grove Elementary School and Scott Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33813 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33813, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33813, FL Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valleyview Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2900 State Rd 540a E
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3535
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3535
Grades: PK-5
| 797 students
Rank: #22.
Highlands Grove Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4510 Lakeland Highlands Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3002
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3002
Grades: PK-5
| 742 students
Rank: #33.
Scott Lake Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1140 County Road 540a E
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3520
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3520
Grades: PK-5
| 732 students
Rank: #44.
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
740 Lake Miriam Dr
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3500
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3500
Grades: 6-8
| 1,172 students
Rank: #55.
Medulla Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
850 Schoolhouse Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3515
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3515
Grades: PK-5
| 523 students
Rank: #66.
George W. Jenkins Senior High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6000 Lakeland Highlands Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3566
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3566
Grades: 9-12
| 2,306 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33813, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33813, FL include Valleyview Elementary School, Highlands Grove Elementary School and Scott Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33813, FL?
6 public schools are located in 33813, FL.
What percentage of students in 33813, FL go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 33813, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33813, FL?
33813, FL public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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