For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,580 students in 33597, FL (there are 1 private school, serving 19 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 33597, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33597, FL are Webster Elementary School and South Sumter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33597 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33597, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33597, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Webster Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
349 S Market Blvd
Webster, FL 33597
(352) 793-2828
Webster, FL 33597
(352) 793-2828
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
South Sumter Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
773 Nw 10th Ave
Webster, FL 33597
(352) 793-2232
Webster, FL 33597
(352) 793-2232
Gr: 6-8 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33597, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33597, FL include Webster Elementary School and South Sumter Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 33597?
2 public schools are located in 33597.
What percentage of students in 33597 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 33597 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33597?
33597 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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