For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,487 students in 33948, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 232 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 33948, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33948, FL are Meadow Park Elementary School, Charlotte Virtual Franchise and Murdock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33948 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33948, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33948, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meadow Park Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3131 Lake View Blvd
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7470
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7470
Gr: PK-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Charlotte Virtual Franchise
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1445 Education Way
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-0808
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-0808
Gr: K-12 | 83 students Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Murdock Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17325 Mariner Way
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7525
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7525
Gr: 6-8 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Port Charlotte High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18200 Cochran Blvd
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7485
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7485
Gr: 9-12 | 1,730 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
The Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18300 Cochran Blvd
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7555
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7555
Gr: 6-12 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Charlotte Technical College
Vocational School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18150 Murdock Cir
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7500
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
1445 Education Way
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-0808
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-0808
Gr: K-12
33948, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Charlotte County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
81445 Education Way
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-080
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-080
16529 Joppa Avenue
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 625-0080
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 625-0080
1441 Tamiami Trail
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7430
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
(941) 255-7430
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33948, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33948, FL include Meadow Park Elementary School, Charlotte Virtual Franchise and Murdock Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 33948?
7 public schools are located in 33948.
What percentage of students in 33948 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 33948 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33948?
33948 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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