For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,551 students in 33815, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 88 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 33815, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33815, FL are Magnolia Montessori Academy, Mckeel Academy Of Technology and Polk Full Time Eschool. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33815 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33815, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33815, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Magnolia Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
815 S. Central Ave
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 797-4991
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 797-4991
Grades: K-8
| 178 students
Rank: #22.
Mckeel Academy Of Technology
Charter School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1810 Parker St W
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2818
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2818
Grades: 7-12
| 1,722 students
Rank: #33.
Polk Full Time Eschool
(Math: 32% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
604 S. Central Ave
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 354-3999
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 354-3999
Grades: K-12
| 455 students
Rank: #44.
Rosabelle W. Blake Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
510 Hartsell Ave
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2870
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2870
Grades: PK-8
| 603 students
Rank: #55.
Polk Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
604 S. Central Ave
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 354-3999
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 354-3999
Grades: K-12
| 28 students
Rank: #66.
Kathleen Senior High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Red Devil Way
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2655
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2655
Grades: 9-12
| 1,951 students
Rank: #77.
Jesse Keen Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
815 Plateau Ave
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2880
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2880
Grades: PK-5
| 614 students
Rank: n/an/a
604 S. Central Ave
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 354-3999
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 354-3999
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
33815, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Kathleen Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1100 Red Devil Way
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2655
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2655
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
604 Central Ave S
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2835
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2835
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33815, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33815, FL include Magnolia Montessori Academy, Mckeel Academy Of Technology and Polk Full Time Eschool.
How many public schools are located in 33815?
8 public schools are located in 33815.
What percentage of students in 33815 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 33815 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33815?
33815 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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