For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,030 students in 33702, FL (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,434 private students). 55% of all K-12 students in 33702, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33702, FL are Shore Acres Elementary School, Sawgrass Lake Elementary School and Lynch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33702 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33702, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33702, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shore Acres Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1800 62nd Ave Ne
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 570-3173
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 570-3173
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Sawgrass Lake Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1815 77th Ave N
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 570-3121
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 570-3121
Gr: PK-5 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Lynch Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1901 71st Ave N
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 570-3170
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 570-3170
Gr: PK-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
501 62nd Ave Ne
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 893-1646
Saint Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 893-1646
Gr: 6-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33702, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33702, FL include Shore Acres Elementary School, Sawgrass Lake Elementary School and Lynch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33702?
4 public schools are located in 33702.
What percentage of students in 33702 go to public school?
55% of all K-12 students in 33702 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33702?
33702 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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