For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,039 students in 33850, FL.
The top ranked public preschools in 33850, FL are Karen M. Siegel Academy and Lake Alfred Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 33850 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Florida public pre school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 54% statewide average). Pre schools in 33850, FL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschool average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33850, FL Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Karen M. Siegel Academy
Special Education School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
935 Evenhouse Rd
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 965-5566
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 965-5566
Gr: PK-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Lake Alfred Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
550 Cummings St E
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5985
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 295-5985
Gr: PK-5 | 880 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
33850, Florida 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lake Alfred B.e.s.t Program Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
690 North Third St
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 968-5162
Lake Alfred, FL 33850
(863) 968-5162
Gr: K-5 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 33850, FL?
The top ranked public preschools in 33850, FL include Karen M. Siegel Academy and Lake Alfred Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 33850?
2 public preschools are located in 33850.
What is the racial composition of students in 33850?
33850 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public preschools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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