Serving 1,017 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fishhawk Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,017 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,017 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,017 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fishhawk Creek 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
#78 out of 3704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
5%
21%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
47%
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 Fishhawk Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is ranked #78 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Fishhawk Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bevis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Fishhawk Creek Elementary School?
1,017 students attend Fishhawk Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Fishhawk Creek Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fishhawk Creek Elementary School?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fishhawk Creek Elementary School offer ?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Fishhawk Creek Elementary School part of?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Fishhawk Creek Elementary School located?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is located in the Fish Hawk neighborhood of Lithia, FL. There are 5 other public schools located in Fish Hawk.
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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