Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Maniscalco K-8 School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Maniscalco Elementary School serves the northwest part of its school district in Lutz, FL, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maniscalco K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Maniscalco K-8 School's student population of 673 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maniscalco K-8 School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maniscalco K-8 School is 0.64, 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
#478 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Maniscalco K-8 School's ranking?
Maniscalco K-8 School is ranked #478 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Maniscalco K-8 School often compared to?
Maniscalco K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lutz K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Maniscalco K-8 School?
673 students attend Maniscalco K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Maniscalco K-8 School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maniscalco K-8 School?
Maniscalco K-8 School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maniscalco K-8 School offer ?
Maniscalco K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maniscalco K-8 School part of?
Maniscalco K-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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