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Best 33853 Florida Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 379 students in 33853, FL (there are 9 public schools, serving 5,907 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 33853, FL are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
80% of private schools in 33853, FL are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Methodist).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Private Schools in 33853, FL (2026)

Map of Canaan Academy
Canaan Academy
Gr: K-8 | 43 students
640 S Scenic Highway
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 676-5356
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Map of Candlelight Christian Academy
Candlelight Christian Academy
Gr: K-12 | 169 students
Christian
209 E Sessoms Ave
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 676-0049
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Map of Endtime Christian School Of Excellence
Endtime Christian School Of Excellence
Gr: K-12 | 45 students
Pentecostal
200 S 3rd St
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 589-5283
(2)
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Map of First United Methodist Preschool
First United Methodist Preschool
Gr: PK-K | 83 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
230 N Fifth Street
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 676-6617
(1)
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Map of Love To Learn Inc
Love To Learn Inc
Gr: K-9 | 39 students
712 N Scenic Hwy
Lake Wales, FL 33853
(863) 676-2351
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 33853, FL?
5 private schools are located in 33853, FL.
How diverse are private schools in 33853?
33853 private schools are approximately 66% minority students, which is higher than the Florida private school average of 48%.
What percentage of students in 33853 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 33853 are educated in private schools (compared to the FL state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 33853?
80% of private schools in 33853 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other and Methodist).

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