For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,656 students in 33556, FL (there are 5 private schools, serving 300 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 33556, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33556, FL are Walker Middle Magnet School, Hammond Elementary School and Starkey Ranch K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33556 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33556, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33556, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walker Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8282 N Mobley Rd
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 631-4726
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 631-4726
Gr: 6-8 | 1,039 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Hammond Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8008 N Mobley Rd
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 792-5120
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 792-5120
Gr: PK-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Starkey Ranch K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12200 Lake Blanche Dr
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 794-2000
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 794-2000
Gr: PK-8 | 1,927 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33556, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33556, FL include Walker Middle Magnet School, Hammond Elementary School and Starkey Ranch K-8.
How many public schools are located in 33556?
3 public schools are located in 33556.
What percentage of students in 33556 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 33556 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 87%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33556?
33556 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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