For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,687 students in 33573, FL.
The top ranked public schools in 33573, FL are Cypress Creek Elementary School, Belmont Elementary School and Shields Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33573 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33573, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33573, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cypress Creek Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4040 19th Ave Ne
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 671-5167
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 671-5167
Grades: PK-5
| 984 students
Rank: #22.
Belmont Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
14150 Gate Dancer Rd
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 535-7806
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 535-7806
Grades: PK-6
| 957 students
Rank: #33.
Shields Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
15732 Beth Shields Way
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 672-5338
Sun City Center, FL 33573
(813) 672-5338
Grades: 6-8
| 1,746 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33573, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33573, FL include Cypress Creek Elementary School, Belmont Elementary School and Shields Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 33573?
3 public schools are located in 33573.
What is the racial composition of students in 33573?
33573 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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