Serving 281 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Just 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 was 10-14% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 10-14% (which was lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 97% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#3617 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
79%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Just Elementary School's ranking?
Just Elementary School is ranked #3617 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Just Elementary School?
281 students attend Just Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Just Elementary School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Just Elementary School?
Just Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Just Elementary School offer ?
Just Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Just Elementary School part of?
Just Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Just Elementary School located?
Just Elementary School is located in the Northwest Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Northwest Tampa.
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