Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Limona Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northern part of Brandon, FL, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Limona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Limona Elementary School's student population of 543 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Limona Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Limona Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#805 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Limona Elementary School's ranking?
Limona Elementary School is ranked #805 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Limona Elementary School often compared to?
Limona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooker Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Limona Elementary School?
543 students attend Limona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Limona Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Limona Elementary School?
Limona Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Limona Elementary School offer ?
Limona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Limona Elementary School part of?
Limona Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Limona Elementary School located?
Limona Elementary School is located in the Limona Improvement neighborhood of Brandon, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Limona Improvement.
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