For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,992 students in 33549, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 236 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 33549, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33549, FL are Lutz Preparatory School, Maniscalco K-8 School and Lutz K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33549 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33549, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33549, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lutz Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17951 N Us Highway 41
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Gr: K-8 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Maniscalco K-8 School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
939 Debuel Rd
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-0337
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-0337
Gr: PK-8 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Lutz K-8 School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 5th Ave Se
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-1452
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-1452
Gr: PK-8 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Learning Gate Community School
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16215 Hanna Rd
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 948-4190
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 948-4190
Gr: K-8 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
33549, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Sunshine Youth Services (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
21808 State Rd 54
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 909-2030
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 909-2030
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33549, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33549, FL include Lutz Preparatory School, Maniscalco K-8 School and Lutz K-8 School.
How many public schools are located in 33549?
4 public schools are located in 33549.
What percentage of students in 33549 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 33549 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33549?
33549 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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