For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 2,026 students in 33803, FL.
The top ranked public charter schools in 33803, FL are South Mckeel Academy and Mi Escuela Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 33803 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 33803, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33803, FL Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Mckeel Academy
Charter School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2222 Edgewood Dr S
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 510-0044
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 510-0044
Grades: PK-6
| 1,199 students
Rank: #22.
Mi Escuela Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2130 E. Edgewood Drive, Suite
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 934-2780
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 934-2780
Grades: PK-6
| 239 students
Rank: n/an/a
Polk State College Collegiate High School
Charter School
3425 Winter Lake Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 669-2322
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 669-2322
Grades: 11-12
| 334 students
Rank: n/an/a
3425 Winter Lake Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 669-2322
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 669-2322
Grades: 11-12
| 254 students
33803, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3425 New Jersey Road
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 619-7170
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 619-7170
Grades: K-8
| 147 students
Expulsion Program (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
3225 Winter Lake Road
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2728
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2728
Grades: 6-12
| 34 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 33803, FL?
The top ranked public charter schools in 33803, FL include South Mckeel Academy and Mi Escuela Montessori.
How many public charter schools are located in 33803?
4 public charter schools are located in 33803.
What is the racial composition of students in 33803?
33803 public charter schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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