For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,396 students in 33596, FL (there are 6 private schools, serving 671 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 33596, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33596, FL are Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Alafia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33596 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33596, FL 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 33596, FL Public Schools (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.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33596, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33596, FL include Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Alafia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33596?
6 public schools are located in 33596.
What percentage of students in 33596 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 33596 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33596?
33596 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).
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