Hammond Elementary School

8008 N Mobley Rd
Odessa, FL 33556
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 690 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hammond Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 690 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 10% in FL
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : Hammond Elementary School serves the northwest part of Odessa, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 31.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hammond Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Hammond Elementary School's student population of 690 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar

School Rankings

Hammond Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammond 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#259 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

80%
52%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

77%
52%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
5%
3%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
23%
38%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Black
3%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

White
63%
34%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
37%
0.55

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
12.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

School Mascot
Wolf Cubs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hammond Elementary School's ranking?
Hammond Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hammond Elementary School?
690 students attend Hammond Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Hammond Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammond Elementary School?
Hammond Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hammond Elementary School offer ?
Hammond Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammond Elementary School part of?
Hammond Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 690 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 80% (Top 10%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : Hammond Elementary School serves the northwest part of Odessa, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 31.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.2 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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