For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,992 students in 33549, FL (there are , serving 252 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 33549, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33549, FL are Lutz Preparatory School, Maniscalco K-8 School and Lutz K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33549 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33549, FL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33549, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lutz Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17951 N Us Highway 41
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Grades: K-8
| 783 students
Rank: #22.
Maniscalco K-8 School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
939 Debuel Rd
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-0337
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-0337
Grades: PK-8
| 668 students
Rank: #33.
Lutz K-8 School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 5th Ave Se
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-1452
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 949-1452
Grades: PK-8
| 770 students
Rank: #44.
Learning Gate Community School
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16215 Hanna Rd
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 948-4190
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 948-4190
Grades: K-8
| 771 students
33549, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
17951 N Us Hwy 41
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 248-7100
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 248-7100
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Sunshine Youth Services (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
21808 State Rd 54
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 909-2030
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 909-2030
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33549, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33549, FL include Lutz Preparatory School, Maniscalco K-8 School and Lutz K-8 School.
How many public schools are located in 33549?
4 public schools are located in 33549.
What percentage of students in 33549 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 33549 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33549?
33549 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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