Serving 968 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pizzo K-8 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pizzo Elementary School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pizzo K-8 School's student population of 968 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
968 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pizzo K-8 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 Pizzo K-8 School is 0.62, 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
#3145 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Pizzo K-8 School's ranking?
Pizzo K-8 School is ranked #3145 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pizzo K-8 School often compared to?
Pizzo K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodmont Charter School, Lewis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pizzo K-8 School?
968 students attend Pizzo K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pizzo K-8 School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pizzo K-8 School?
Pizzo K-8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pizzo K-8 School offer ?
Pizzo K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pizzo K-8 School part of?
Pizzo K-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is my sons first year at Pizzo Elementary. The staff and teachers are awesome, very friendly, the school take pride in making sure the kids are learning at the level they should. Overall, I'm a very happy parent.
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