Best 33596 Florida Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,966 students in 33596, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 33596 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33596, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 33596, FL Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lithia Springs Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4332 Lynx Paw Trl
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8016
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Cimino Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4329 Culbreath Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 740-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Alafia Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3535 Culbreath Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8190
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33596, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 33596, FL include Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Alafia Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33596?
3 public preschools are located in 33596.
What is the racial composition of students in 33596?
33596 public preschools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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