For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,628 students in 33810, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33810, FL are Sleepy Hill Middle School and Kathleen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33810 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33810, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33810, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sleepy Hill Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2215 Sleepy Hill Rd
Lakeland, FL 33810
(863) 815-6577
Lakeland, FL 33810
(863) 815-6577
Gr: 6-8 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Kathleen Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3627 Kathleen Pnes
Lakeland, FL 33810
(863) 853-6040
Lakeland, FL 33810
(863) 853-6040
Gr: 6-8 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33810, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33810, FL include Sleepy Hill Middle School and Kathleen Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 33810?
2 public middle schools are located in 33810.
What is the racial composition of students in 33810?
33810 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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