For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,723 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 43% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 33850, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33850, FL Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 911 students
Rank: #22.
Discovery High School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Buena Vista Dr
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 268-7178
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 268-7178
Grades: 9-12
| 812 students
33850, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lake Alfred B.e.s.t Program Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
690 North Third St
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 968-5162
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 968-5162
Grades: K-5
| 22 students
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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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