For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 8,905 students in 33971, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 147 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 33971, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33971, FL are Palm Acres Charter High School, Harns Marsh Elementary School and Sunshine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33971 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33971, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33971, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Palm Acres Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
507 Sunshine Blvd N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 333-3300
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 333-3300
Grades: 9-12
| 280 students
Rank: #22.
Harns Marsh Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Unice Ave N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 690-1249
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 690-1249
Grades: PK-5
| 1,056 students
Rank: #33.
Sunshine Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 Sara Ave N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 369-5836
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 369-5836
Grades: PK-5
| 1,377 students
Rank: #44.
Tortuga Preserve Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1711 Gunnery Rd N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 693-5023
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 693-5023
Grades: PK-5
| 1,110 students
Rank: #55.
Lehigh Senior High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 Gunnery Rd N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 693-5353
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 693-5353
Grades: 9-12
| 2,509 students
Rank: #66.
Harns Marsh Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1820 Unice Ave N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 690-2025
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 690-2025
Grades: 6-8
| 1,316 students
Rank: #77.
Varsity Lakes Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
801 Gunnery Rd N
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 694-3464
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
(239) 694-3464
Grades: 6-8
| 1,257 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33971, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33971, FL include Palm Acres Charter High School, Harns Marsh Elementary School and Sunshine Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33971?
7 public schools are located in 33971.
What percentage of students in 33971 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 33971 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33971?
33971 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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