Serving 587 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mendenhall 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 91% 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: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mendenhall Elementary School serves the west part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mendenhall Elementary School's student population of 587 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
587 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mendenhall 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 Mendenhall Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#2303 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
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)39.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mendenhall Elementary School's ranking?
Mendenhall Elementary School is ranked #2303 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mendenhall Elementary School often compared to?
Mendenhall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broward Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mendenhall Elementary School?
587 students attend Mendenhall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mendenhall Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mendenhall Elementary School?
Mendenhall Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mendenhall Elementary School offer ?
Mendenhall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mendenhall Elementary School part of?
Mendenhall Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Mendenhall Elementary School located?
Mendenhall Elementary School is located in the Wellswood neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Wellswood.
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