For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 3,899 students in 33596, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33596, FL are Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Alafia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33596 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33596, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33596, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lithia Springs Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4332 Lynx Paw Trl
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8016
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8016
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Cimino Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4329 Culbreath Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 740-4450
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 740-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Alafia Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3535 Culbreath Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8190
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8190
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Mulrennan Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4215 Durant Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 651-2100
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 651-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 1,027 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Navigator Academy Of Leadership Valrico
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1101 E Bloomingdale Ave
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 603-9340
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 603-9340
Gr: K-8 | 906 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33596, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33596, FL include Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Alafia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33596?
5 public elementary schools are located in 33596.
What is the racial composition of students in 33596?
33596 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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