For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,033 students in 33609, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33609, FL are Mitchell Elementary School and Bridgeprep Academy Of Tampa. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33609 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33609, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33609, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
205 S Bungalow Park Ave
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 872-5216
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 872-5216
Gr: PK-5 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Bridgeprep Academy Of Tampa
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2418 W Swann Ave
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 258-5652
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 258-5652
Gr: K-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33609, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33609, FL include Mitchell Elementary School and Bridgeprep Academy Of Tampa.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33609?
2 public elementary schools are located in 33609.
What is the racial composition of students in 33609?
33609 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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