For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,505 students in 33811, FL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33811, FL are James W. Sikes Elementary School and R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33811 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33811, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33811, FL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James W. Sikes Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2727 Shepherd Rd
Lakeland, FL 33811
(863) 648-3525
Lakeland, FL 33811
(863) 648-3525
Grades: PK-5
| 551 students
Rank: #22.
R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5500 Yates Rd
Lakeland, FL 33811
(863) 701-1450
Lakeland, FL 33811
(863) 701-1450
Grades: PK-5
| 954 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 33811, FL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 33811, FL include James W. Sikes Elementary School and R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33811?
2 public elementary schools are located in 33811.
What is the racial composition of students in 33811?
33811 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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