For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 2,330 students in 33880, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33880, FL are Cypress Junction Montessori, Denison Middle School and Language & Literacy Academy For Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33880 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33880, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33880, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cypress Junction Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 5th St Sw
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 259-1490
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 259-1490
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Denison Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Avenue A Se
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5353
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 291-5353
Gr: 6-8 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Language & Literacy Academy For Learning
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
222 East Central Ave
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 268-2903
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 268-2903
Gr: PK-12 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
New Beginnings High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
250 Magnolia Ave Sw, #200
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 268-5666
Winter Haven, FL 33880
(863) 268-5666
Gr: 6-12 | 997 students Student-teacher ratio: 66:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33880, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33880, FL include Cypress Junction Montessori, Denison Middle School and Language & Literacy Academy For Learning.
How many public middle schools are located in 33880?
4 public middle schools are located in 33880.
What is the racial composition of students in 33880?
33880 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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