Serving 703 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Springhead Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Springhead Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Springhead Elementary School's student population of 703 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Springhead Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Springhead Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1955 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
61%
36%
Black
4%
21%
White
31%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Springhead Elementary School's ranking?
Springhead Elementary School is ranked #1955 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Springhead Elementary School often compared to?
Springhead Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trapnell Elementary School, Walden Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Springhead Elementary School?
703 students attend Springhead Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Springhead Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Springhead Elementary School?
Springhead Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Springhead Elementary School offer ?
Springhead Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Springhead Elementary School part of?
Springhead Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
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)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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