Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kingswood 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 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kingswood Elementary School serves the southern part of Brandon, FL, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kingswood Elementary School's student population of 437 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kingswood 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 Kingswood Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2891 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
43%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
30%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
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)44.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-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 Kingswood Elementary School's ranking?
Kingswood Elementary School is ranked #2891 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Kingswood Elementary School often compared to?
Kingswood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooker Elementary School, Mintz Elementary School, Limona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kingswood Elementary School?
437 students attend Kingswood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Kingswood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingswood Elementary School?
Kingswood Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kingswood Elementary School offer ?
Kingswood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingswood Elementary School part of?
Kingswood Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
this is a very good school for your child to go to because, the classes are so easy to understand, and the teacher always makes sure that every stundent understands and knows how to solve a puzzle or understand the point of the story. i started kingswood in 4th grade and i am now in 6th grade, i still think i wanted to stay there! i would recomend this school to everyone who wants to put there child in school. i would any day and i would never regret it!!!
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