For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 4,156 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 48% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33815, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33815 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Florida average of 87%.
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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33815, FL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #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
Grades: 9-12
| 1,951 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 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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