Serving 967 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mckitrick Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher 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 47% 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: 967 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckitrick 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
Mckitrick Elementary School's student population of 967 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
967 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckitrick Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckitrick Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#37 out of 3704 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
2%
21%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Mckitrick Elementary School's ranking?
Mckitrick Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Mckitrick Elementary School often compared to?
Mckitrick Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schwarzkopf Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Mckitrick Elementary School?
967 students attend Mckitrick Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mckitrick Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckitrick Elementary School?
Mckitrick Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckitrick Elementary School offer ?
Mckitrick Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mckitrick Elementary School part of?
Mckitrick Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Mckitrick Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
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)
School Reviews
5 8/4/2008
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