For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,173 students in 33881, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 33881, FL are Jewett School Of The Arts, Fred G. Garner Academy and Elbert Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33881 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33881, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33881, FL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jewett School Of The Arts
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2250 8th St Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5373
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5373
Gr: PK-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Fred G. Garner Academy
(Math: 38% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Havendale Blvd Nw
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5455
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5455
Gr: PK-5 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Elbert Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
205 15th St Ne
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5364
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 291-5364
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
33881, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
S.t.a.r. Charter School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
225 Avenue B, Nw
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 299-0063
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 299-0063
Gr: 9-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Winter Haven B.e.s.t. Program (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
2500 Havendale Boulevard
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5586
Winter Haven, FL 33881
(863) 965-5586
Gr: K-12 | 50 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33881, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 33881, FL include Jewett School Of The Arts, Fred G. Garner Academy and Elbert Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33881?
3 public preschools are located in 33881.
What is the racial composition of students in 33881?
33881 public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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