Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Trapnell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trapnell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Trapnell Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trapnell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trapnell Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2243 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
68%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trapnell Elementary School's ranking?
Trapnell Elementary School is ranked #2243 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Trapnell Elementary School often compared to?
Trapnell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springhead Elementary School, Walden Lake Elementary School, Mango Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Trapnell Elementary School?
466 students attend Trapnell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Trapnell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trapnell Elementary School?
Trapnell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Trapnell Elementary School offer ?
Trapnell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trapnell Elementary School part of?
Trapnell Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2019
Nice school with qualified and friendly teachers. School also saw rating hike last few years.
5 9/20/2018
Trapnell is an amazing school- very family-friendly.
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