For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 2,551 students in 33830, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in 33830, FL are Jean O'dell Learning Center, Polk Halfway House and Bartow Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33830 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33830, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33830 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Florida average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bartow Senior High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33830, FL Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jean O'dell Learning Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1310 Floral Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7440
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7440
Grades: PK-12
| 73 students
Rank: #22.
Polk Halfway House
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2145 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Grades: 5-12
| 23 students
Rank: #33.
Bartow Senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1270 Broadway Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7400
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7400
Grades: 9-12
| 2,125 students
Rank: #44.
Hospital Homebound
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1909 Floral Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 665-4538
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 665-4538
Grades: PK-12
| 118 students
Rank: #55.
Gause Academy Of Leadership
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1395 Polk St W
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7425
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7425
Grades: 6-12
| 96 students
Rank: n/an/a
Polk County Sheriff's Central Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2390 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Grades: 6-12
| 29 students
Rank: n/an/a
Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2390 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3820
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3820
Grades: 5-12
| 39 students
Rank: n/an/a
Transition School
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1860 Gibbons St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-8169
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-8169
Grades: 12
| 48 students
33830, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bartow Charter School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
1270 S Broadway Avenue
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7287
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7287
Grades: 9-12
| 129 students
Bartow Youth Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2415 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 499-2954
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 499-2954
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Bennett Christiansen Academy (Closed 2006)
Charter School
1239 East Main Street
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-5441
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-5441
Grades: K-8
| 44 students
Central Florida Marine Institute (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
103 Bartow Municipal
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-0111
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-0111
Grades: 6-12
| 35 students
1915 South Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1915 South Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1915 South Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1915 South Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1860 Gibbons St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7430
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7430
Grades: PK-5
| 228 students
1270 S Broadway Avenue
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0194
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0194
Grades: 9-12
| 262 students
1915 S Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-0521
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
New Beginnings Youth Academy (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2325 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-7251
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-7251
Grades: 6-12
| 22 students
The Oaks Middle Academy (Closed 2006)
Charter School
455 N Wilson Avenue
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-5539
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-5539
Grades: 6-7
| 39 students
Polk Regional Detention Center (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
2155 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Grades: 4-12
| n/a students
Sheriff's Youth Villa (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3350 State Road 60 E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-0371
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 533-0371
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 33830, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 33830, FL include Jean O'dell Learning Center, Polk Halfway House and Bartow Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 33830?
8 public high schools are located in 33830.
What is the racial composition of students in 33830?
33830 public high schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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