Best 33872 Florida Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,257 students in 33872, FL.
The top-ranked public schools in 33872, FL are Sun 'n Lake Elementary School and Hill-gustat Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33872 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33872, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 33872, FL Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sun 'n Lake Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4515 Ponce De Leon Blvd
Sebring, FL 33872
(863) 471-5464
Gr: PK-5 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Hill-gustat Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4700 Schumacher Rd
Sebring, FL 33872
(863) 471-5437
Gr: 6-12 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 33872, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33872, FL include Sun 'n Lake Elementary School and Hill-gustat Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 33872?
2 public schools are located in 33872.
What is the racial composition of students in 33872?
33872 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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