Serving 861 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Carrollwood K-8 School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carrollwood Elementary School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrollwood K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Carrollwood K-8 School's student population of 861 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
861 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carrollwood K-8 School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrollwood K-8 School is 0.62, 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
#794 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
46%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrollwood K-8 School's ranking?
Carrollwood K-8 School is ranked #794 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Carrollwood K-8 School often compared to?
Carrollwood K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Magdalene Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Carrollwood K-8 School?
861 students attend Carrollwood K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Carrollwood K-8 School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrollwood K-8 School?
Carrollwood K-8 School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carrollwood K-8 School offer ?
Carrollwood K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrollwood K-8 School part of?
Carrollwood K-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Carrollwood K-8 School located?
Carrollwood K-8 School is located in the Carrollwood neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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