For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,603 students in 33801, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 33801, FL are Lakeland Senior High School, Pace Center For Girls and Tenoroc High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33801 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33801, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33801 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lakeland Senior High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33801, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeland Senior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
726 Hollingsworth Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2900
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,985 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Pace Center For Girls
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
213 Tyler Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 688-5596
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 688-5596
Gr: 6-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Tenoroc High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4905 Saddle Creek Rd
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 614-9183
Gr: 9-12 | 1,141 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Doris A. Sanders Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Enchanted Dr
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2980
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 499-2980
Gr: PK-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Real Academy (Reaching Every Adolescent Learner)
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
951 Mount Airy Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 534-0500
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 534-0500
Gr: 4-12 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
Fresh Start Community School
Alternative School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 419-3486
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 419-3486
Gr: 10-12 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Polk Grad Academy
Alternative School
910 Lowry Ave
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Lakeland, FL 33801
(863) 413-2948
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 33801, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33801, FL include Lakeland Senior High School, Pace Center For Girls and Tenoroc High School.
How many public high schools are located in 33801?
7 public high schools are located in 33801.
What is the racial composition of students in 33801?
33801 public high schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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