For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,527 students in 33705, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 43 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 33705, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33705, FL are Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School, Midtown Academy and John Hopkins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33705 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33705, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33705, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5900 Dr Martin L King St S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2335
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2335
Gr: K-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Midtown Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1701 10th St S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-1358
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-1358
Gr: K-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
John Hopkins Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 16th St S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2400
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Campbell Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1051 7th Ave S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2650
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2650
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4151 6th St S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2196
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2196
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Lakewood High School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 54th Ave S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2916
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2916
Gr: 9-12 | 880 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
33705, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1701 10th St S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2742
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 893-2742
Gr: 6-8 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
University Preparatory Academy Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1701 10th St S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 588-6209
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 588-6209
Gr: K-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 445:1
1701 10st S
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(813) 272-4050
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(813) 272-4050
Gr: K-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33705, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33705, FL include Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School, Midtown Academy and John Hopkins Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 33705?
6 public schools are located in 33705.
What percentage of students in 33705 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 33705 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33705?
33705 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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