Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Graham 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Graham Elementary School's student population of 162 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Graham 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 Graham Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#3079 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
38%
Black
67%
21%
White
9%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graham Elementary School's ranking?
Graham Elementary School is ranked #3079 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Graham Elementary School often compared to?
Graham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Lockhart Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Graham Elementary School?
162 students attend Graham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Graham Elementary School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graham Elementary School?
Graham Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Graham Elementary School offer ?
Graham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Graham Elementary School part of?
Graham Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Graham Elementary School located?
Graham Elementary School is located in the Tampa Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 7 other public schools located in Tampa Heights.
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