Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ballast Point Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ballast Point Elementary School serves the west part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballast Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ballast Point Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ballast Point Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballast Point Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#395 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
59%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballast Point Elementary School's ranking?
Ballast Point Elementary School is ranked #395 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ballast Point Elementary School often compared to?
Ballast Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chiaramonte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ballast Point Elementary School?
408 students attend Ballast Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ballast Point Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballast Point Elementary School?
Ballast Point Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ballast Point Elementary School offer ?
Ballast Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ballast Point Elementary School part of?
Ballast Point Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Ballast Point Elementary School located?
Ballast Point Elementary School is located in the Ballast Point neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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