For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,874 students in 33579, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33579, FL are Collins Pk-8 School and Southshore Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33579 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33579, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 33579, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Collins Pk-8 School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12424 Summerfield Blvd
Riverview, FL 33579
(813) 672-5400
Riverview, FL 33579
(813) 672-5400
Gr: PK-8 | 1,644 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Southshore Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11667 Big Bend Rd
Riverview, FL 33579
(813) 769-1209
Riverview, FL 33579
(813) 769-1209
Gr: K-8 | 1,230 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33579, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33579, FL include Collins Pk-8 School and Southshore Charter Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 33579?
2 public middle schools are located in 33579.
What is the racial composition of students in 33579?
33579 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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