For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 3,322 students in 33830, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33830, FL are Union Academy, Jean O'dell Learning Center and Bella Citta. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33830 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33830, FL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33830, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1795 Wabash St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7435
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7435
Gr: 6-8 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Jean O'dell Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1310 Floral Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7440
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7440
Gr: PK-12 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Bella Citta
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1915 S Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-7600
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-7600
Gr: PK-8 | 1,459 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Bartow Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
550 Clower St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7415
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7415
Gr: 6-8 | 881 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Hospital Homebound
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1909 Floral Ave S
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 665-4538
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 665-4538
Gr: PK-12 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 76:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Gause Academy Of Leadership
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1395 Polk St W
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7425
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 534-7425
Gr: 6-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #77.
Compass Middle Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
550 Clower St E
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-8701
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-8701
Gr: 5-8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Polk County Sheriff's Central Center
Alternative School
2390 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3611
Gr: 7-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Polk County Sheriffs Regional Detention Center
Alternative School
2390 Bob Phillips Rd
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3820
Bartow, FL 33830
(863) 519-3820
Gr: 4-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33830, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33830, FL include Union Academy, Jean O'dell Learning Center and Bella Citta.
How many public middle schools are located in 33830?
9 public middle schools are located in 33830.
What is the racial composition of students in 33830?
33830 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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