Serving 421 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 53% (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 86% 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: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trapnell Elementary School serves the eastern part of Plant City, FL, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trapnell Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trapnell 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 Trapnell Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2266 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
67%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trapnell Elementary School's ranking?
Trapnell Elementary School is ranked #2266 out of 3,662 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 Walden Lake Elementary School, Mango Elementary School, Springhead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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?
421 students attend Trapnell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Trapnell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 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 10/10/2025
Trapnell is an amazing school- very family-friendly.
5 10/10/2025
Nice school with qualified and friendly teachers. School also saw rating hike last few years.
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