For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,707 students in 33602, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 403 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 33602, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33602, FL are Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School, Rampello K-8 Magnet School and Hillsborough Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33602 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33602, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33602, FL Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
102 E Palm Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 347-4160
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 347-4160
Grades: K-5
| 76 students
Rank: #22.
Rampello K-8 Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
802 E Washington St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2333
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2333
Grades: K-8
| 738 students
Rank: #33.
Hillsborough Virtual School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Grades: K-12
| 899 students
Rank: #44.
Hillsborough Virt Instr Prgs
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Channelside Academy Of Math And Science
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1029 E Twiggs St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Grades: K-8
| 415 students
Rank: #66.
Tampa Heights Elementary Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 E. Columbus Drive
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5405
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5405
Grades: K-5
| 292 students
Rank: #77.
Graham Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2915 N Massachusetts Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5408
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5408
Grades: PK-5
| 217 students
Rank: n/an/a
Encore
Magnet School
1101 Ray Charles Blvd
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 740-7870
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 740-7870
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Hillsborough Virtual Franchise High School
Magnet School
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Grades: K-12
| 70 students
33602, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2222 N Tampa St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 247-8483
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 247-8483
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Anderson Elementary Academy (Closed 2010)
Charter School
3304 Sanchez St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 242-4138
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 242-4138
Grades: K-4
| 164 students
Brewster Technical College (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
2222 N Tampa St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5448
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5448
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Channelside Academy Middle School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
1029 E Twiggs St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Grades: 6-8
| 138 students
East Tampa Charter School (Closed 2010)
Charter School
620 W Ferry St
Tampa, FL 33602
(716) 553-0714
Tampa, FL 33602
(716) 553-0714
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Grades: 1-12
| 24 students
Meacham Early Childhood Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1225 India Street
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5400
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5400
Grades: 4-12
| 169 students
Teen Parent West (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Waters Career Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Grades: PK-12
| 44 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33602, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33602, FL include Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School, Rampello K-8 Magnet School and Hillsborough Virtual School.
How many public schools are located in 33602?
9 public schools are located in 33602.
What percentage of students in 33602 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 33602 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33602?
33602 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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