For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,389 students in 33809, FL.
The top-ranked public preschools in 33809, FL are Wendell Watson Elementary School and Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33809 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33809, FL have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33809, FL Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wendell Watson Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6800 Walt Williams Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6060
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
110 Leelon Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6044
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6044
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
33809, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake Gibson Step Up Academy (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
7007 N Socrum Loop Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-6100
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 33809, FL?
The top-ranked public preschools in 33809, FL include Wendell Watson Elementary School and Edgar L. Padgett Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33809?
2 public preschools are located in 33809.
What is the racial composition of students in 33809?
33809 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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