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Best 33809 Florida Private High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 742 students in 33809, FL.
The top ranked private high schools in 33809, FL include Excel Christian Academy and CES Academy- Lakeland, FL.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Florida private high school average acceptance rate of 83%.
100% of private high schools in 33809, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Assembly of God).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 742
  • Average Tuition: $10,000
  • Average Class Size: 14 students
  • % Students of Color: 32%
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 4
  • # Students Served: 742
  • Average Tuition: $10,000
  • Average Class Size: 14 students
  • % Students of Color: 32%
  • View 33809 Florida School Trends

Top Ranked 33809 Florida Private High Schools (2026-27)

Map of CES Academy- Lakeland, FL
CES Academy- Lakeland, FL
Gr: K-12 | 120 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 1
Special Education School (Christian)
615 Old Polk City Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 859-0848
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Excel Christian Academy
Gr: NS-12 | 461 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 7
Christian
6505 Odom Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 853-9235
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Map of Lakeland Crossroads School
Lakeland Crossroads School
Gr: K-12 | 85 students
Special Education School (Christian)
615 Old Polk City Rd
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 859-0848
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Sparrow Academy
Gr: K-12 | 76 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 5
Special Education School (Assembly of God)
8595 US Highway 98 N #Classrooms
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 777-2269
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33809, Florida Private High Schools (Closed)

Map of Evangel Christian School
Evangel Christian School
Gr: PK-12 | 222 students
Assembly of God
777 Carpenters Way
Lakeland, FL 33809
(863) 859-1477
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in 33809, FL?
The top ranked private high schools in 33809, FL include Excel Christian Academy and CES Academy- Lakeland, FL.
How many private high schools are located in 33809?
4 private high schools are located in 33809.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in 33809?
100% of private high schools in 33809 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Assembly of God).

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