Serving 934 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckitrick Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 934 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: McKittrick Elementary School serves the northwest part of Lutz, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckitrick Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mckitrick Elementary School's student population of 934 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
934 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckitrick Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckitrick Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#60 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-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 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-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 Mckitrick Elementary School's ranking?
Mckitrick Elementary School is ranked #60 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mckitrick Elementary School often compared to?
Mckitrick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schwarzkopf Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mckitrick Elementary School?
934 students attend Mckitrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mckitrick Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckitrick Elementary School?
Mckitrick Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckitrick Elementary School offer ?
Mckitrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckitrick Elementary School part of?
Mckitrick Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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