For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,553 students in 33880, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33880, FL are Frank E. Brigham Academy, Cypress Junction Montessori and Wahneta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33880 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33880, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33880, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frank E. Brigham Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Avenue C Se
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5300
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 551 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Cypress Junction Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 5th St Sw
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 259-1490
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 259-1490
Gr: PK-8 | 193 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Wahneta Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
205 4th St E
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5392
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5392
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
John Snively Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
848 Snively Ave
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5325
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5325
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Lake Shipp Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
250 Camellia Dr
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5384
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5384
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Inwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Avenue G Nw
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5369
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5369
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Denison Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Avenue A Se
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5353
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5353
Gr: 6-8 | 729 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #88.
Language & Literacy Academy For Learning
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
330 Ave C Se
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 268-2903
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 268-2903
Gr: PK-12 | 341 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
New Beginnings High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
250 Magnolia Ave Sw, #200
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 268-5666
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 268-5666
Gr: 6-12 | 837 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 60:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
33880, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mark Wilcox Center (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
611 Post Ave Sw
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5355
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5355
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Winter Haven Pace (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1201 1st St S
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 534-0966
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 534-0966
Gr: 1-12 | 8 students
Winter Haven Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
600 6th St Se
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5330
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5330
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 33880, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33880, FL include Frank E. Brigham Academy, Cypress Junction Montessori and Wahneta Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33880?
9 public elementary schools are located in 33880.
What is the racial composition of students in 33880?
33880 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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