For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,687 students in 33573, FL.
The top-ranked public schools in 33573, FL are Cypress Creek Elementary School, Belmont Elementary School and Shields Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33573 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33573, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33573, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cypress Creek Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4040 19th Ave Ne
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 671-5167
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 671-5167
Gr: PK-5 | 984 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Belmont Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14150 Gate Dancer Rd
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 535-7806
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 535-7806
Gr: PK-6 | 957 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Shields Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15732 Beth Shields Way
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 672-5338
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 672-5338
Gr: 6-8 | 1,746 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33573, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33573, FL include Cypress Creek Elementary School, Belmont Elementary School and Shields Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 33573?
3 public schools are located in 33573.
What is the racial composition of students in 33573?
33573 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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