Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bay Crest 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bay Crest Elementary School's student population of 577 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bay Crest 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 Bay Crest Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1999 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
71%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
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 Bay Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Bay Crest Elementary School is ranked #1999 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Bay Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Bay Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodbridge Elementary School, Dickenson 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 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Bay Crest Elementary School?
577 students attend Bay Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Bay Crest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay Crest Elementary School?
Bay Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bay Crest Elementary School offer ?
Bay Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Bay Crest Elementary School part of?
Bay Crest Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Bay Crest Elementary School located?
Bay Crest Elementary School is located in the Town N County Park neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Town N County Park.
School Calendar
View the Bay Crest Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
2 9/9/2017
This school tries. Good school. Has been going down hill mostly because of the quality of students. A lot of them are bi-lingual and still learning English and not getting proper help at home. The teachers do their best and are good quality.
5 8/2/2017
The Best School my Kids have.
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