Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cannella Elementary School ranks in the top 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canella Elementary School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.2 miles, extending up to 1.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cannella Elementary School's student population of 617 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cannella Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cannella 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
#1340 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cannella Elementary School's ranking?
Cannella Elementary School is ranked #1340 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cannella Elementary School often compared to?
Cannella Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Essrig Elementary School, Claywell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cannella Elementary School?
617 students attend Cannella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Cannella Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cannella Elementary School?
Cannella Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cannella Elementary School offer ?
Cannella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cannella Elementary School part of?
Cannella Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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