Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, James 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James Elementary School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone extends up to 2.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
James Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James 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 James 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
#3419 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)69.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 James Elementary School's ranking?
James Elementary School is ranked #3419 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are James Elementary School often compared to?
James Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sulphur Springs K-8 School, Foster Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend James Elementary School?
388 students attend James Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of James Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James Elementary School?
James Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does James Elementary School offer ?
James Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Elementary School part of?
James Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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