For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,704 students in 33881, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33881, FL are Hartridge Academy, Jewett Middle Academy Magnet and Jewett School Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33881 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33881, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33881, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hartridge Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Us Highway 92 W
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 956-4434
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 956-4434
Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Jewett Middle Academy Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5320
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5320
Gr: 6-8 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Jewett School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2250 8th St Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5373
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5373
Gr: PK-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Fred G. Garner Academy
(Math: 38% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Havendale Blvd Nw
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5455
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5455
Gr: PK-5 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Elbert Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
205 15th St Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5364
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5364
Gr: PK-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Westwood Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3520 Avenue J Nw
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5484
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5484
Gr: 6-8 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
Ridge Technical Academy
Alternative School
7700 State Road 544
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 419-3060
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 419-3060
Gr: 6-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
Ridge Teen Parent Program
Alternative School
7700 Lucerne Park Rd
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 299-2512
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 299-2512
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33881, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33881, FL include Hartridge Academy, Jewett Middle Academy Magnet and Jewett School Of The Arts.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33881?
8 public elementary schools are located in 33881.
What is the racial composition of students in 33881?
33881 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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