For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,227 students in 33881, FL (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,231 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 33881, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33881, FL are Hartridge Academy, Jewett Middle Academy Magnet and Jewett School Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33881 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33881, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33881, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hartridge Academy
Charter School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1400 Us Highway 92 W
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 956-4434
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 956-4434
Grades: K-5
| 171 students
Rank: #22.
Jewett Middle Academy Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5320
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5320
Grades: 6-8
| 587 students
Rank: #33.
Jewett School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2250 8th St Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5373
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5373
Grades: PK-8
| 737 students
Rank: #44.
Ridge Teen Parent Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7700 Lucerne Park Rd
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 299-2512
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 299-2512
Grades: 6-12
| 10 students
Rank: #55.
Fred G. Garner Academy
(Math: 36% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Havendale Blvd Nw
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5455
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5455
Grades: PK-5
| 840 students
Rank: #66.
Ridge Technical College
Vocational School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7700 State Road 544
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 419-3060
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 419-3060
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #77.
Elbert Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
205 15th St Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5364
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5364
Grades: PK-5
| 596 students
Rank: #88.
Westwood Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3520 Avenue J Nw
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5484
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5484
Grades: 6-8
| 829 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chain Of Lakes Collegiate High School
Charter School
999 Avenue H Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 298-6800
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 298-6800
Grades: 11-12
| 314 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ridge Technical Academy
Alternative School
7700 State Road 544
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 419-3060
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 419-3060
Grades: 6-12
| 143 students
33881, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
S.t.a.r. Charter School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
225 Avenue B, Nw
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 299-0063
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 299-0063
Grades: 9-12
| 103 students
Winter Haven B.e.s.t. Program (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
2500 Havendale Boulevard
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5586
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5586
Grades: K-12
| 50 students
135 Avenue Y Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 298-5631
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 298-5631
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33881, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33881, FL include Hartridge Academy, Jewett Middle Academy Magnet and Jewett School Of The Arts.
How many public schools are located in 33881?
10 public schools are located in 33881.
What percentage of students in 33881 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 33881 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33881?
33881 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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