Serving 453 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 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kingswood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kingswood Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kingswood Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingswood Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2281 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
36%
Black
22%
21%
White
27%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #2281 out of 3,655 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, Limona Elementary School, Mintz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kingswood Elementary School?
453 students attend Kingswood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Kingswood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 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 equal to the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kingswood Elementary School offer ?
Kingswood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kingswood Elementary School part of?
Kingswood Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Kingswood Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 9/26/2007
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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