Serving 488 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Egypt Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Egypt Lake Elementary School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles, where families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.6 miles, with the furthest boundary being 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Egypt Lake Elementary School's student population of 488 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Egypt Lake is a proud PBIS Model School!
School Rankings
Egypt Lake 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 Egypt Lake Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#1758 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
81%
38%
Black
11%
21%
White
5%
34%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
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 Egypt Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Egypt Lake Elementary School is ranked #1758 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Egypt Lake Elementary School often compared to?
Egypt Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School, Twin Lakes Elementary School, Crestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Egypt Lake Elementary School?
488 students attend Egypt Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Egypt Lake Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Egypt Lake Elementary School?
Egypt Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Egypt Lake Elementary School offer ?
Egypt Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Egypt Lake Elementary School part of?
Egypt Lake Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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