Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kimbell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kimbell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kimbell Elementary School's student population of 350 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kimbell 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 Kimbell 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
#3248 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
53%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
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 Kimbell Elementary School's ranking?
Kimbell Elementary School is ranked #3248 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Kimbell Elementary School?
350 students attend Kimbell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kimbell Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kimbell Elementary School?
Kimbell Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kimbell Elementary School offer ?
Kimbell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kimbell Elementary School part of?
Kimbell Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Kimbell Elementary School located?
Kimbell Elementary School is located in the Temple Crest neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Temple Crest.
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