Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lamb 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 20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), 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: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamb Elementary School's student population of 518 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lamb 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 Lamb Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#3492 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
43%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
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 Lamb Elementary School's ranking?
Lamb Elementary School is ranked #3492 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lamb Elementary School often compared to?
Lamb Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsborough Girls Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lamb Elementary School?
518 students attend Lamb Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Lamb Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lamb Elementary School?
Lamb Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lamb Elementary School offer ?
Lamb Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lamb Elementary School part of?
Lamb Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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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