Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lomax Magnet 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lomax Magnet Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Rankings
Lomax Magnet 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 Lomax Magnet Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#2998 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
10%
38%
Black
81%
21%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lomax Magnet Elementary School's ranking?
Lomax Magnet Elementary School is ranked #2998 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lomax Magnet Elementary School often compared to?
Lomax Magnet Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lockhart Elementary Magnet School, Limona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lomax Magnet Elementary School?
239 students attend Lomax Magnet Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lomax Magnet Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lomax Magnet Elementary School?
Lomax Magnet Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lomax Magnet Elementary School offer ?
Lomax Magnet Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lomax Magnet Elementary School part of?
Lomax Magnet Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Lomax Magnet Elementary School located?
Lomax Magnet Elementary School is located in the Belmont Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Heights.
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