Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mcdonald 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcdonald Elementary School's student population of 526 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Mcdonald 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 Mcdonald Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#3009 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
36%
38%
Black
14%
21%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdonald Elementary School's ranking?
Mcdonald Elementary School is ranked #3009 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mcdonald Elementary School often compared to?
Mcdonald Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seffner Elementary School, Lopez 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 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mcdonald Elementary School?
526 students attend Mcdonald Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Mcdonald Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdonald Elementary School?
Mcdonald Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mcdonald Elementary School offer ?
Mcdonald Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdonald Elementary School part of?
Mcdonald Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcdonald Elementary School located?
Mcdonald Elementary School is located in the Greater Thonotosassa neighborhood of Seffner, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Greater Thonotosassa.
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