For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,809 students in 33813, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 33813, FL are Valleyview Elementary School, Highlands Grove Elementary School and Scott Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33813 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33813, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33813, FL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valleyview Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2900 State Rd 540a E
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3535
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3535
Gr: PK-5 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Highlands Grove Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4510 Lakeland Highlands Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3002
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3002
Gr: PK-5 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Scott Lake Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1140 County Road 540a E
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3520
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3520
Gr: PK-5 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Medulla Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
850 Schoolhouse Rd
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3515
Lakeland, FL 33813
(863) 648-3515
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33813, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 33813, FL include Valleyview Elementary School, Highlands Grove Elementary School and Scott Lake Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33813?
4 public preschools are located in 33813.
What is the racial composition of students in 33813?
33813 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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