For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 833 students in 33805, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33805, FL are Lakeland Montessori Middle School and Rochelle School Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33805 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33805, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33805, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
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 middle schools in 33805, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33805, FL include Lakeland Montessori Middle School and Rochelle School Of The Arts.
How many public middle schools are located in 33805?
2 public middle schools are located in 33805.
What is the racial composition of students in 33805?
33805 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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