For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,554 students in 33549, FL.
The top ranked public charter schools in 33549, FL are Lutz Preparatory School and Learning Gate Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 33549 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Florida public charter school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 33549, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter school average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33549, FL Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lutz Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17951 N Us Highway 41
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Grades: K-8
| 783 students
Rank: #22.
Learning Gate Community School
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16215 Hanna Rd
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 948-4190
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 948-4190
Grades: K-8
| 771 students
33549, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
17951 N Us Hwy 41
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 248-7100
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 248-7100
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Sunshine Youth Services (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
21808 State Rd 54
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 909-2030
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 909-2030
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 33549, FL?
The top ranked public charter schools in 33549, FL include Lutz Preparatory School and Learning Gate Community School.
How many public charter schools are located in 33549?
2 public charter schools are located in 33549.
What is the racial composition of students in 33549?
33549 public charter schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public charter schools average of 72% (majority Hispanic).
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