For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 4,057 students in 33815, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 33815, FL are Mckeel Academy Of Technology, Polk Full Time Eschool and Polk Virtual Instruction Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33815 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33815, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33815 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mckeel Academy Of Technology, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33815, FL Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckeel Academy Of Technology
Charter School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1810 Parker St W
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2818
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2818
Gr: 7-12 | 1,750 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Polk Full Time Eschool
(Math: 33% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
604 S Central Ave
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 354-3999
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 354-3999
Gr: K-12 | 429 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Polk Virtual Instruction Program
(Math: 21-39% | 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
Gr: K-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: 9-12 | 1,861 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
33815, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Kathleen Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
1100 Red Devil Way
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2655
Lakeland, FL 33815
(863) 499-2655
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 33815, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33815, FL include Mckeel Academy Of Technology, Polk Full Time Eschool and Polk Virtual Instruction Program.
How many public high schools are located in 33815?
5 public high schools are located in 33815.
What is the racial composition of students in 33815?
33815 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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