For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 4,069 students in 33813, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33813, FL are Valleyview Elementary School, Highlands Grove Elementary School and Scott Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33813 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33813, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33813, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valleyview Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2900 State Rd 540a E
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3535
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3535
Grades: PK-5
| 817 students
Rank: #22.
Highlands Grove Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4510 Lakeland Highlands Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3002
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3002
Grades: PK-5
| 712 students
Rank: #33.
Scott Lake Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1140 County Road 540a E
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3520
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3520
Grades: PK-5
| 777 students
Rank: #44.
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
740 Lake Miriam Dr
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3500
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3500
Grades: 6-8
| 1,260 students
Rank: #55.
Medulla Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
850 Schoolhouse Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3515
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3515
Grades: PK-5
| 503 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 33813, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33813, FL include Valleyview Elementary School, Highlands Grove Elementary School and Scott Lake Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33813?
5 public elementary schools are located in 33813.
What is the racial composition of students in 33813?
33813 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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