For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,670 students in 33805, FL (there are 4 private schools, serving 203 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 33805, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33805, FL are Lakeland Montessori School House, Lincoln Avenue Academy and Rochelle School Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33805 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33805, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33805, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeland Montessori School House
Charter School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1124 Lake Parker Ave N
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-0003
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-0003
Gr: K-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Avenue Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1330 Lincoln Ave N
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2955
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2955
Gr: K-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Rochelle School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 Martin L King Jr Ave
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2810
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2810
Gr: PK-8 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
North Lakeland Elementary School Of Choice
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
410 Robson St W
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2850
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Achievement Academy
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
716 Bella Vista St E
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 683-6504
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 683-6504
Gr: PK | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
Idea Lakeland
Charter School
1775 Interstate Dr
Lakeland, FL 33805
(904) 993-1520
Lakeland, FL 33805
(904) 993-1520
Gr: K-6 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33805, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33805, FL include Lakeland Montessori School House, Lincoln Avenue Academy and Rochelle School Of The Arts.
How many public schools are located in 33805?
6 public schools are located in 33805.
What percentage of students in 33805 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 33805 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33805?
33805 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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