Citrus Park Elementary School

7700 Gunn Hwy
Tampa, FL 33625
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 507 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Citrus Park 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 75% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 74% 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: 507 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Top 20% in FL
  • : 75% (Top 20%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Citrus Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Citrus Park Elementary School's student population of 507 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
507 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Citrus Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Citrus Park Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#629 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Citrus Park Elementary School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
75%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Citrus Park Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
65%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Citrus Park Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55-59%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Citrus Park Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
8%
3%
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Hispanic
52%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Citrus Park Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
7%
21%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Citrus Park Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
26%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Citrus Park Elementary School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Citrus Park Elementary School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of Citrus Park Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Citrus Park Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Citrus Park Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Citrus Park Elementary School's ranking?
Citrus Park Elementary School is ranked #629 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Citrus Park Elementary School often compared to?
Citrus Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Essrig Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Citrus Park Elementary School?
507 students attend Citrus Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Citrus Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Citrus Park Elementary School?
Citrus Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Citrus Park Elementary School offer ?
Citrus Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Citrus Park Elementary School part of?
Citrus Park Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Citrus Park Elementary School located?
Citrus Park Elementary School is located in the Citrus Park Community neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Citrus Park Community.

School Calendar

View the Citrus Park Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
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)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days*
November 24, 2025 (Monday)

School Reviews

5   5/19/2022
We have been at this school for 12years. Both my sons went there, they really like the school friends, teachers, staff, and principal.
- Posted by Parent - Vivian
5   2/26/2018
I absolutely love Citrus Park Elementary. My oldest started out here, he's now 14 and attending Sickles. My daughter attends the VPK program . The teachers are so helpful, caring, and show true interest in the well being of the children. I have twin boys expected to attend next year and can't wait. The school has so many opportunities to stay involved and updated, the fundraising is not overwhelming or pushy . My kids feel like they belong and are safe . I really would recommend this school to any parent living in the 33625 area ... a true blessing and much needed community school... xoxo
- Posted by Parent - Nina
2   8/2/2017
Nice school with a good atmosphere and plenty of events.
- Posted by Parent - Parent
2   9/18/2014
my son went to Citrus Park Elementary for a few years. It started off okay. Now with new faculty , it has changed. The office staff is extremely rude, the teachers fight amongst themselves. The teachers talk about each other in front of the kids. They scream and put their fingers in the kids faces. The yell and humiliate the kids in front of their peers . If their was a problem with my son, the principal just blew it off. she didn't have any concern with my issues. Volunteers are talked about and not appreciated at all. Over all, I will be glad when my son is out of this school. Bad , rude staff. Bad leadership, mean teachers.
- Posted by Parent - jacki

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 507 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 74%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 75% (Top 20%)
  • : 65% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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