For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,348 students in 33884, FL (there are 3 private schools, serving 183 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 33884, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33884, FL are Chain Of Lakes Elementary School and Garden Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33884 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33884, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33884, FL Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chain Of Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7001 State Highway 653
Winter Haven, FL 33884
(863) 326-5388
Winter Haven, FL 33884
(863) 326-5388
Gr: PK-5 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Garden Grove Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4599 Cypress Gardens Rd
Winter Haven, FL 33884
(863) 291-5396
Winter Haven, FL 33884
(863) 291-5396
Gr: PK-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
9525 State Hwy 653
Winter Haven, FL 33884
(863) 317-8317
Winter Haven, FL 33884
(863) 317-8317
Gr: PK-5 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
33884, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Life Skills Center Polk County East (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
7500 Cypress Gardens Blvd
Winter Haven, FL 33884
(863) 325-8970
Winter Haven, FL 33884
(863) 325-8970
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33884, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33884, FL include Chain Of Lakes Elementary School and Garden Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33884?
3 public schools are located in 33884.
What percentage of students in 33884 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 33884 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33884?
33884 public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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