Best 33809 Florida Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,149 students in 33809, FL.
The top-ranked public middle school in 33809, FL is Lake Gibson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 33809 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33809, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 33809, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake Gibson Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6901 Socrum Loop Rd N
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6151
Gr: 6-8 | 1,149 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33809, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33809, FL include Lake Gibson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 33809?
1 public middle schools are located in 33809.
What is the racial composition of students in 33809?
33809 public middle schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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