Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Claywell 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claywell Elementary School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, within an attendance zone of approximately 3.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone is around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claywell Elementary School's student population of 574 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Claywell 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 Claywell 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
#1240 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
55%
38%
Black
6%
21%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Claywell Elementary School's ranking?
Claywell Elementary School is ranked #1240 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Claywell Elementary School often compared to?
Claywell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Essrig Elementary School, Cannella Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Claywell Elementary School?
574 students attend Claywell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Claywell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claywell Elementary School?
Claywell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Claywell Elementary School offer ?
Claywell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claywell Elementary School part of?
Claywell Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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