For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 940 students in 33803, FL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33803, FL are Maynard A Traviss Technical Academy, Southwest Middle School and Bill Duncan Opportunity Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 33803 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Florida public middle school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 33803, FL have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33803, FL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maynard A Traviss Technical Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3225 Winter Lake Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2700
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2700
Gr: 6-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Southwest Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2815 Eden Pkwy
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2840
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2840
Gr: 6-8 | 745 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Bill Duncan Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3333 Winter Lake Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2860
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2860
Gr: 6-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
33803, Florida 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3425 New Jersey Road
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 619-7170
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 619-7170
Gr: K-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Expulsion Program (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
3225 Winter Lake Road
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2728
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 499-2728
Gr: 6-12 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 33803, FL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 33803, FL include Maynard A Traviss Technical Academy, Southwest Middle School and Bill Duncan Opportunity Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 33803?
3 public middle schools are located in 33803.
What is the racial composition of students in 33803?
33803 public middle schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public middle schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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