For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 877 students in 33803, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 33803, FL are Maynard A Traviss Technical Academy and Bill Duncan Opportunity Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33803 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33803, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33803 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Polk State College Collegiate High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33803, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maynard A Traviss Technical Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3225 Winter Lake Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2700
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2700
Gr: 6-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Bill Duncan Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3333 Winter Lake Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2860
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2860
Gr: 6-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
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 high schools in 33803, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33803, FL include Maynard A Traviss Technical Academy and Bill Duncan Opportunity Center.
How many public high schools are located in 33803?
4 public high schools are located in 33803.
What is the racial composition of students in 33803?
33803 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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