Serving 921 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fishhawk Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 921 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Fishhawk Creek Elementary School serves the southeast part of Lithia, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School's student population of 921 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
921 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#121 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-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 Fishhawk Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fishhawk Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bevis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fishhawk Creek Elementary School?
921 students attend Fishhawk Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Fishhawk Creek Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fishhawk Creek Elementary School?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fishhawk Creek Elementary School offer ?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fishhawk Creek Elementary School part of?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Fishhawk Creek Elementary School located?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is located in the Fish Hawk neighborhood of Lithia, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Fish Hawk.
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