For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,384 students in 33873, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 33873, FL are Hardee Virtual Franchise, Hardee Junior High School and Hardee Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33873 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33873, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33873 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hardee Senior High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33873, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hardee Virtual Franchise
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1009 N 6th Ave
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-9058
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-9058
Gr: K-12 | 52 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Hardee Junior High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2401 Us Highway 17 N
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-3147
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-3147
Gr: 6-12 | 958 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Hardee Senior High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
830 Altman Rd
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-3181
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-3181
Gr: 9-12 | 1,347 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Pioneer Career Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Florida Ave
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 735-2300
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 735-2300
Gr: 6-12 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
1009 N 6th Th Ave
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-9058
Wauchula, FL 33873
(863) 773-9058
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 33873, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33873, FL include Hardee Virtual Franchise, Hardee Junior High School and Hardee Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 33873?
5 public high schools are located in 33873.
What is the racial composition of students in 33873?
33873 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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