For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 218 students in the neighborhood of Palmetto Beach, Tampa, FL.
The top-ranked public school in Palmetto Beach is Desoto Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Palmetto Beach, Tampa, FL public school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 52% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Palmetto Beach, Tampa, FL (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desoto Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2618 Corrine St
Tampa, FL 33605
(813) 276-5779
Tampa, FL 33605
(813) 276-5779
Gr: PK-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Palmetto Beach, Tampa, FL?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Palmetto Beach, Tampa, FL include Desoto Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Palmetto Beach, Tampa?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Palmetto Beach, Tampa.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Palmetto Beach, Tampa?
the neighborhood of Palmetto Beach, Tampa public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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