For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,556 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 66% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33803, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33803, FL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Mckeel Academy
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
| 1,199 students
Rank: #22.
Southwest Elementary 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
| 380 students
Rank: #33.
Carlton Palmore Elementary 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
| 413 students
Rank: #44.
Mi Escuela Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2130 E. Edgewood Drive, Suite
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 934-2780
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 934-2780
Grades: PK-6
| 239 students
Rank: #55.
Dixieland Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
416 Ariana St
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2930
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2930
Grades: PK-5
| 325 students
33803, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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?
5 public preschools are located in 33803.
What is the racial composition of students in 33803?
33803 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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