For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,505 students in 33811, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33811, FL are James W. Sikes Elementary School and R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33811 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33811, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33811, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James W. Sikes Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2727 Shepherd Rd
Lakeland, FL 33811
(863) 648-3525
Lakeland, FL 33811
(863) 648-3525
Gr: PK-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5500 Yates Rd
Lakeland, FL 33811
(863) 701-1450
Lakeland, FL 33811
(863) 701-1450
Gr: PK-5 | 954 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33811, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33811, FL include James W. Sikes Elementary School and R. Bruce Wagner Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33811?
2 public elementary schools are located in 33811.
What is the racial composition of students in 33811?
33811 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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