Serving 853 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Westchase 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 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher 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 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 853 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchase 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
Westchase Elementary School's student population of 853 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
853 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westchase 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 Westchase Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#120 out of 3655 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
26%
36%
Black
2%
21%
White
58%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Westchase Elementary School's ranking?
Westchase Elementary School is ranked #120 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Westchase Elementary School often compared to?
Westchase Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Westchase Elementary School?
853 students attend Westchase Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Westchase Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westchase Elementary School?
Westchase Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Westchase Elementary School offer ?
Westchase Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Westchase Elementary School part of?
Westchase Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Westchase 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)
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