Serving 781 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Crestwood Elementary School ranks in the top 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crestwood Elementary School's student population of 781 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crestwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crestwood Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1835 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
81%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crestwood Elementary School's ranking?
Crestwood Elementary School is ranked #1835 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Crestwood Elementary School often compared to?
Crestwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Lakes Elementary School, Egypt Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Crestwood Elementary School?
781 students attend Crestwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Crestwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crestwood Elementary School?
Crestwood Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crestwood Elementary School offer ?
Crestwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Crestwood Elementary School part of?
Crestwood Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Crestwood Elementary School located?
Crestwood Elementary School is located in the Pinecrest West Park neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Pinecrest West Park.
School Calendar
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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)
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