For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,966 students in 33556, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33556, FL are Walker Middle Magnet School and Starkey Ranch K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33556 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33556, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33556, FL Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walker Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8282 N Mobley Rd
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 631-4726
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 631-4726
Gr: 6-8 | 1,039 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Starkey Ranch K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12200 Lake Blanche Dr
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 794-2000
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 794-2000
Gr: PK-8 | 1,927 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
33556, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8282 North Mobley Rd
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 631-4726
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 631-4726
Gr: 6-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33556, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33556, FL include Walker Middle Magnet School and Starkey Ranch K-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 33556?
2 public middle schools are located in 33556.
What is the racial composition of students in 33556?
33556 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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