For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 2,556 students in 33602, FL (there are , serving 403 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 33602, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 33602, FL are Rampello K-8 Magnet School, Hillsborough Virtual School and Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 33602 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 33602, FL have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33602, FL 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rampello K-8 Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
802 E Washington St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2333
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2333
Gr: K-8 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Hillsborough Virtual School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Gr: K-12 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
102 E Palm Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 347-4160
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 347-4160
Gr: K-5 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Channelside Academy Of Math And Science
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1029 E Twiggs St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Gr: K-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Tampa Heights Elementary Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 E. Columbus Drive
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5405
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5405
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #66.
Graham Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2915 N Massachusetts Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5408
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5408
Gr: PK-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Medical Academy At D.w. Waters
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Gr: PK-12 | 60 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Gr: K-12 | 28 students Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Pre-k Ese Community Peeps
Special Education School
901 E Kennedy Blvd
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4509
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4509
Gr: PK | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
33602, Florida 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3304 Sanchez St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 242-4138
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 242-4138
Gr: K-4 | 164 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Brewster Technical College (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
2222 N Tampa St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5448
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5448
1029 E Twiggs St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Gr: 6-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Gr: 1-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Meacham Early Childhood Elementary School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
1225 India Street
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5400
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5400
Gr: 4-12 | 169 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Teen Parent West (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 33602, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 33602, FL include Rampello K-8 Magnet School, Hillsborough Virtual School and Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School.
How many public schools are located in 33602?
11 public schools are located in 33602.
What percentage of students in 33602 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 33602 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 33602?
33602 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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