Serving 867 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Stowers 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 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 43% 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: 867 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Stowers Elementary School serves the southeast part of Lithia, FL, covering an area of approximately 20 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 6.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stowers 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
Stowers Elementary School's student population of 867 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
867 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stowers 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 Stowers Elementary 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
#147 out of 3662 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
22%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
57%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stowers Elementary School's ranking?
Stowers Elementary School is ranked #147 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Stowers Elementary School often compared to?
Stowers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bevis Elementary School, Boyette Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Stowers Elementary School?
867 students attend Stowers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Stowers Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 Stowers Elementary School?
Stowers Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stowers Elementary School offer ?
Stowers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stowers Elementary School part of?
Stowers Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Stowers Elementary School located?
Stowers Elementary School is located in the Fish Hawk neighborhood of Lithia, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Fish Hawk.
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