For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 971 students in 33850, FL.
The top ranked public high schools in 33850, FL are Karen M. Siegel Academy and Discovery High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33850 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33850, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33850 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Discovery High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33850, FL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-12
| 159 students
Rank: #22.
Discovery High School
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Buena Vista Dr
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 268-7178
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 268-7178
Grades: 9-12
| 812 students
33850, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 22 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 33850, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 33850, FL include Karen M. Siegel Academy and Discovery High School.
How many public high schools are located in 33850?
2 public high schools are located in 33850.
What is the racial composition of students in 33850?
33850 public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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