Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dickenson 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 37% (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 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dickenson Elementary School serves the west part of Tampa, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dickenson Elementary School's student population of 514 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1935
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dickenson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickenson Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#2675 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Dickenson Elementary School's ranking?
Dickenson Elementary School is ranked #2675 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dickenson Elementary School often compared to?
Dickenson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bay Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% 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 Dickenson Elementary School?
514 students attend Dickenson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dickenson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dickenson Elementary School?
Dickenson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dickenson Elementary School offer ?
Dickenson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dickenson Elementary School part of?
Dickenson Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Dickenson Elementary School located?
Dickenson Elementary School is located in the Town N County Park neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Town N County Park.
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