For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,994 students in 33596, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in 33596, FL are Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Alafia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33596 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33596, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33596, FL Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lithia Springs Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%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: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4329 Culbreath Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 740-4450
Valrico, FL 33596
(813) 740-4450
Grades: PK-5
| 809 students
Rank: #33.
Alafia Elementary School
(Math: 62% | 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 33596, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in 33596, FL include Lithia Springs Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School and Alafia Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33596?
3 public preschools are located in 33596.
What is the racial composition of students in 33596?
33596 public preschools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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