For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,837 students in 33850, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33850, FL are Karen M. Siegel Academy, Lake Alfred Polytech Academy and Discovery Academy Of Lake Alfred. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33850 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33850, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33850, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Karen M. Siegel Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
935 Evenhouse Rd
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 965-5566
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 965-5566
Gr: PK-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Lake Alfred Polytech Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
925 Buena Vista Dr N
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5988
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5988
Gr: 6-8 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
33850, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-5 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33850, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33850, FL include Karen M. Siegel Academy, Lake Alfred Polytech Academy and Discovery Academy Of Lake Alfred.
How many public middle schools are located in 33850?
3 public middle schools are located in 33850.
What is the racial composition of students in 33850?
33850 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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