For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,835 students in 33844, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33844, FL are Daniel Jenkins Academy Of Technology Middle School and Shelley S. Boone Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33844 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33844, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33844, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Daniel Jenkins Academy Of Technology Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 Ledwith Ave
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3267
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3267
Gr: 6-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Shelley S. Boone Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 22nd St S
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3302
Haines City, FL 33844
(863) 421-3302
Gr: 6-8 | 1,329 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33844, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33844, FL include Daniel Jenkins Academy Of Technology Middle School and Shelley S. Boone Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 33844?
3 public middle schools are located in 33844.
What is the racial composition of students in 33844?
33844 public middle schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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