For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,955 students in 33527, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33527, FL are Nelson Elementary School, Dover Elementary School and Independence Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33527 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33527, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33527, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nelson Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5413 Durant Rd
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 651-2120
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 651-2120
Grades: PK-5
| 683 students
Rank: #22.
Dover Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3035 Nelson Ave
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 757-9457
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 757-9457
Grades: PK-5
| 550 students
Rank: #33.
Independence Academy
Charter School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12902 E Us Highway 92
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 473-8600
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 473-8600
Grades: K-8
| 907 students
Rank: #44.
Bailey Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4630 Gallagher Rd
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 707-7531
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 707-7531
Grades: PK-5
| 760 students
Rank: #55.
Willis Peters Exceptional Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2919 Nelson Ave
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 747-9462
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 747-9462
Grades: PK-12
| 55 students
33527, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12902 E Us Highway 92
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 707-1060
Dover, FL 33527
(813) 707-1060
Grades: 6-8
| 290 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 33527, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33527, FL include Nelson Elementary School, Dover Elementary School and Independence Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33527?
5 public elementary schools are located in 33527.
What is the racial composition of students in 33527?
33527 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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