For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,937 students in 33850, FL.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 33850, FL are Discovery Academy Of Lake Alfred and Discovery High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 33850 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 33850, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33850, FL Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Discovery Academy Of Lake Alfred
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Buena Vista Dr N
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5955
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5955
Gr: 6-8 | 1,039 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Discovery High School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Buena Vista Dr
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 268-7178
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 268-7178
Gr: 9-12 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 33850, FL?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 33850, FL include Discovery Academy Of Lake Alfred and Discovery High School.
How many public charter schools are located in 33850?
2 public charter schools are located in 33850.
What is the racial composition of students in 33850?
33850 public charter schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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