For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 2,039 students in 33809, FL.
The top ranked public high school in 33809, FL is Lake Gibson Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 33809 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Florida public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33809, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33809 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is equal to the Florida average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake Gibson Senior High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33809, FL Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lake Gibson Senior High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7007 Socrum Loop Rd N
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Grades: 9-12
| 2,039 students
33809, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lake Gibson Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
7007 N Socrum Loop Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 33809, FL?
The top ranked public high schools in 33809, FL include Lake Gibson Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 33809?
1 public high schools are located in 33809.
What is the racial composition of students in 33809?
33809 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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