For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,391 students in 33873, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 33873, FL are Wauchula Elementary School, North Wauchula Elementary School and Hilltop Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33873 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33873, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33873, FL Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wauchula Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 S Florida Ave
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-3141
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-3141
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
North Wauchula Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1120 N Florida Ave
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-2183
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-2183
Gr: PK-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2401 Us Highway 17 N
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-2750
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-2750
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
33873, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hardee County Superintendent's Office (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
8p O Box 1678
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-905
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-905
1009 N 6th Ave
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-9058
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-9058
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33873, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 33873, FL include Wauchula Elementary School, North Wauchula Elementary School and Hilltop Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33873?
3 public preschools are located in 33873.
What is the racial composition of students in 33873?
33873 public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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