For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,596 students in 33755, FL (there are 2 private schools, serving 360 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 33755, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33755, FL are Clearwater Fundamental Middle School, Kings Highway Elementary Magnet School and Sandy Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33755 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33755, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33755, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clearwater Fundamental Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1660 Palmetto St
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 298-1609
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 298-1609
Gr: 6-8 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Kings Highway Elementary Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1715 Kings Highway
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 223-8949
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 223-8949
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Sandy Lane Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1360 Sandy Ln
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 469-5974
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 469-5974
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Calvin A. Hunsinger School
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1863 N Betty Ln
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 469-4260
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 469-4260
Gr: K-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Pinellas High Innovation
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1220 Palmetto St
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 298-1616
Clearwater, FL 33755
(727) 298-1616
Gr: 4-11 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33755, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33755, FL include Clearwater Fundamental Middle School, Kings Highway Elementary Magnet School and Sandy Lane Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33755?
5 public schools are located in 33755.
What percentage of students in 33755 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 33755 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33755?
33755 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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