Tinker K-8 School

8207 Tinker St Macdill Afb
Tampa, FL 33621
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Tinker K-8 School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 633 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20% in FL
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Tinker K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Tinker K-8 School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
633 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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School Rankings

Tinker K-8 School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tinker K-8 School is 0.64, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (FL)
#478 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
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74%
48%
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67%
52%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
19%
36%
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Black
12%
21%
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White
55%
36%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.64
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
3%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tinker K-8 School's ranking?
Tinker K-8 School is ranked #478 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tinker K-8 School often compared to?
Tinker K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coleman Middle School, Rampello K-8 Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tinker K-8 School?
633 students attend Tinker K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Tinker K-8 School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tinker K-8 School?
Tinker K-8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tinker K-8 School offer ?
Tinker K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Tinker K-8 School part of?
Tinker K-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.

School Calendar

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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   1/4/2010
I am in the 7th grade and I have gone to this school from K-3rd grade.....it is a very good school and very well maintained.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - lena.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 633 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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