Serving 566 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wimauma 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 31% (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 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 (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wimauma Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Wimauma, FL, covering approximately 70 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.8 miles and the furthest edge located 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wimauma Elementary School's student population of 566 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wimauma 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 Wimauma Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#3311 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
78%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
9%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Wimauma Elementary School's ranking?
Wimauma Elementary School is ranked #3311 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Wimauma Elementary School often compared to?
Wimauma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reddick Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Wimauma Elementary School?
566 students attend Wimauma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Wimauma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wimauma Elementary School?
Wimauma Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wimauma Elementary School offer ?
Wimauma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wimauma Elementary School part of?
Wimauma Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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