Serving 513 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lamb 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lamb Elementary serves the southwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamb Elementary School's student population of 513 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
513 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Lamb 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 Lamb Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#3288 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
40%
38%
Black
46%
21%
White
6%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)70.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamb Elementary School's ranking?
Lamb Elementary School is ranked #3288 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lamb Elementary School?
513 students attend Lamb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lamb Elementary School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamb Elementary School?
Lamb Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lamb Elementary School offer ?
Lamb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lamb Elementary School part of?
Lamb Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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