For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 362 students in 33602, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 33602, FL are Graham Elementary School and Medical Academy At D.w. Waters. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33602 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33602, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33602, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Graham Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2915 N Massachusetts Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5408
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5408
Gr: PK-5 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Medical Academy At D.w. Waters
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Gr: PK-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Pre-k Ese Community Peeps
Special Education School
901 E Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4509
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4509
Gr: PK | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33602, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 33602, FL include Graham Elementary School and Medical Academy At D.w. Waters.
How many public preschools are located in 33602?
4 public preschools are located in 33602.
What is the racial composition of students in 33602?
33602 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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