Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ballast Point Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballast Point Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Ballast Point Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ballast Point Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballast Point Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#423 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
19%
36%
Black
6%
21%
White
63%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballast Point Elementary School's ranking?
Ballast Point Elementary School is ranked #423 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ballast Point Elementary School often compared to?
Ballast Point Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chiaramonte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ballast Point Elementary School?
463 students attend Ballast Point Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ballast Point Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ballast Point Elementary School?
Ballast Point Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ballast Point Elementary School offer ?
Ballast Point Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ballast Point Elementary School part of?
Ballast Point Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Ballast Point Elementary School located?
Ballast Point Elementary School is located in the Ballast Point neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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