For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,257 students in 33805, FL (there are , serving 244 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 33805, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 33805, FL are Lakeland Montessori School House, Lincoln Avenue Academy and Lakeland Montessori Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33805 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33805, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33805, FL Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeland Montessori School House
Charter School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1124 Lake Parker Ave N
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-0003
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-0003
Gr: K-6 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Avenue Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1330 Lincoln Ave N
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2955
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2955
Gr: K-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #33.
Lakeland Montessori Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1124 N. Lake Parker Ave
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-0003
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 413-0003
Gr: 6-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Rochelle School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 Martin L King Jr Ave
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2810
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2810
Gr: PK-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
North Lakeland Elementary School Of Choice
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
410 Robson St W
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2850
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 499-2850
Gr: PK-5 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
Achievement Academy
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
716 Bella Vista St E
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 683-6504
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 683-6504
Gr: PK | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
33805, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
A.c.e. Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
710 East Bella Vista St
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 686-3189
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 686-3189
Gr: PK | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Live Oaks Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
2510 N Florida Avenue
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 686-3010
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 686-3010
Gr: 7-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 33805, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in 33805, FL include Lakeland Montessori School House, Lincoln Avenue Academy and Lakeland Montessori Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 33805?
6 public schools are located in 33805.
What percentage of students in 33805 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 33805 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33805?
33805 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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