For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 3,422 students in Valrico, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in Valrico, FL are Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Valrico Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valrico, FL public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in Valrico have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Valrico, FL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lithia Springs Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4332 Lynx Paw Trl
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8016
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8016
Grades: PK-5
| 578 students
Rank: #22.
Cimino Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4329 Culbreath Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 740-4450
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 740-4450
Grades: PK-5
| 809 students
Rank: #33.
Valrico Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
609 S Miller Rd
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 744-6777
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 744-6777
Grades: PK-5
| 742 students
Rank: #44.
Alafia Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3535 Culbreath Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8190
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 744-8190
Grades: PK-5
| 607 students
Rank: #55.
Buckhorn Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2420 Buckhorn School Ct
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 744-8240
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 744-8240
Grades: PK-5
| 686 students
Valrico, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2584 E State Road 60
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 413-4800
Valrico, FL 33594
(813) 413-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 163 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Valrico, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in Valrico, FL include Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Valrico Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Valrico?
5 public preschools are located in Valrico.
What is the racial composition of students in Valrico?
Valrico public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Valrico are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Valrico include: Cimino Elementary School vs. Alafia Elementary School, Alafia Elementary School vs. Cimino Elementary School, Buckhorn Elementary School vs. Valrico Elementary School
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