For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,284 students in 33813, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,371 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 33813, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 33813 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33813, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33813, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valleyview Elementary School
(Math: 76% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Scott Lake Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1140 County Road 540a E
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3520
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3520
Gr: PK-5 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
740 Lake Miriam Dr
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3500
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 1,118 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Medulla Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
850 Schoolhouse Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3515
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3515
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
George W. Jenkins Senior High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6000 Lakeland Highlands Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3566
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3566
Gr: 9-12 | 2,469 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33813, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33813, FL include Valleyview Elementary School, Highlands Grove Elementary School and Scott Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 33813?
6 public schools are located in 33813.
What percentage of students in 33813 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 33813 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33813?
33813 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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