For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 2,114 students in 33803, FL.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 33803, FL are South Mckeel Academy and Mi Escuela Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 33803 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 33803, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33803, FL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Mckeel Academy
Charter School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2222 Edgewood Dr S
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 510-0044
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 510-0044
Gr: PK-6 | 1,200 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Mi Escuela Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2130 E Edgewood Dr, Ste 1
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 934-2780
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 934-2780
Gr: PK-7 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Polk State College Collegiate High School
Charter School
3425 Winter Lake Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 669-2322
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 669-2322
Gr: 10-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 69:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
3425 Winter Lake Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 669-2322
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 669-2322
Gr: 11-12 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 33803, FL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 33803, FL include South Mckeel Academy and Mi Escuela Montessori.
How many public charter schools are located in 33803?
4 public charter schools are located in 33803.
What is the racial composition of students in 33803?
33803 public charter schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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