Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Essrig Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 76% 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: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Essrig Elementary School's student population of 579 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Essrig 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 Essrig Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1373 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
56%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essrig Elementary School's ranking?
Essrig Elementary School is ranked #1373 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Essrig Elementary School often compared to?
Essrig Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cannella Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Essrig Elementary School?
579 students attend Essrig Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Essrig Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Essrig Elementary School?
Essrig Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Essrig Elementary School offer ?
Essrig Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Essrig Elementary School part of?
Essrig Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
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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)
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