For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,249 students in 33803, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in 33803, FL are South Mckeel Academy, Southwest Elementary School and Carlton Palmore Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33803 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33803, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33803, FL Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Mckeel Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2222 Edgewood Dr S
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 510-0044
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 510-0044
Grades: PK-6
| 1,200 students
Rank: #22.
Southwest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2650 Southwest Ave
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2830
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2830
Grades: PK-5
| 382 students
Rank: #33.
Carlton Palmore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3725 Clevelnd Hts Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 648-3510
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 648-3510
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #44.
Mi Escuela Montessori
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6129 Us Hwy 98 S
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 534-0500
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 534-0500
Grades: PK-5
| 202 students
33803, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
The Apple School (Closed 2007)
Charter School
3425 New Jersey Road
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 619-7170
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 619-7170
Grades: K-8
| 147 students
Expulsion Program (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
3225 Winter Lake Road
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2728
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2728
Grades: 6-12
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 33803, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in 33803, FL include South Mckeel Academy, Southwest Elementary School and Carlton Palmore Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33803?
4 public preschools are located in 33803.
What is the racial composition of students in 33803?
33803 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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