For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,824 students in Valrico, FL (there are 7 private schools, serving 671 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Valrico, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Valrico, FL are Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Valrico Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valrico, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Valrico have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Valrico, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lithia Springs Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4332 Lynx Paw Trl
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8016
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8016
Grades: PK-5
| 578 students
Rank: #22.
Cimino Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4329 Culbreath Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 740-4450
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 740-4450
Grades: PK-5
| 809 students
Rank: #33.
Valrico Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
609 S Miller Rd
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 744-6777
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 744-6777
Grades: PK-5
| 742 students
Rank: #44.
Alafia Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3535 Culbreath Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8190
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8190
Grades: PK-5
| 607 students
Rank: #55.
Buckhorn Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2420 Buckhorn School Ct
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 744-8240
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 744-8240
Grades: PK-5
| 686 students
Rank: #66.
Mulrennan Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4215 Durant Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 651-2100
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 651-2100
Grades: 6-8
| 1,166 students
Rank: #77.
Bloomingdale High School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1700 Bloomingdale Ave
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8018
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8018
Grades: 9-12
| 2,311 students
Rank: #88.
Navigator Academy Of Leadership Valrico
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1101 E Bloomingdale Ave
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 603-9340
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 603-9340
Grades: K-8
| 925 students
Valrico, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2584 E State Road 60
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 413-4800
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 413-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 163 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Valrico, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Valrico, FL include Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Valrico Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Valrico?
8 public schools are located in Valrico.
What percentage of students in Valrico go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Valrico are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Valrico?
Valrico public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Valrico are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Valrico include: Cimino Elementary School vs. Alafia Elementary School, Alafia Elementary School vs. Cimino Elementary School, Buckhorn Elementary School vs. Valrico Elementary School
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