Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clair-mel Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clair-mel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clair-mel Elementary School's student population of 452 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clair-mel Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clair-mel Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#2401 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
58%
36%
Black
29%
21%
White
8%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clair-mel Elementary School's ranking?
Clair-mel Elementary School is ranked #2401 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Clair-mel Elementary School often compared to?
Clair-mel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Clair-mel Elementary School?
452 students attend Clair-mel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Clair-mel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clair-mel Elementary School?
Clair-mel Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Clair-mel Elementary School offer ?
Clair-mel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Clair-mel Elementary School part of?
Clair-mel Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Clair-mel Elementary School located?
Clair-mel Elementary School is located in the Greater Palm River Point CDC neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Greater Palm River Point CDC.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
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)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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