Serving 993 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckitrick Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 993 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckitrick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mckitrick Elementary School's student population of 993 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
993 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckitrick Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckitrick Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
17%
36%
Black
3%
21%
White
57%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckitrick Elementary School's ranking?
Mckitrick Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mckitrick Elementary School often compared to?
Mckitrick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schwarzkopf Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mckitrick Elementary School?
993 students attend Mckitrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mckitrick Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckitrick Elementary School?
Mckitrick Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mckitrick Elementary School offer ?
Mckitrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mckitrick Elementary School part of?
Mckitrick Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Mckitrick Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 8/4/2008
I loved Mckitrick. One of the best elementaries around, teachers are involoved and exceptional, administartion was great, the media specialist was amazing. I loved it and would tell anyone nothing but praises about it.
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