Serving 918 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pizzo K-8 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pizzo K-8 School's student population of 918 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pizzo K-8 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 Pizzo K-8 School is 0.61, 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
#3299 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
50%
37%
Black
38%
21%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 Pizzo K-8 School's ranking?
Pizzo K-8 School is ranked #3299 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pizzo K-8 School often compared to?
Pizzo K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodmont Charter School, Lewis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pizzo K-8 School?
918 students attend Pizzo K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pizzo K-8 School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pizzo K-8 School?
Pizzo K-8 School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pizzo K-8 School offer ?
Pizzo K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Pizzo K-8 School part of?
Pizzo K-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Pizzo K-8 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 9/1/2011
This is my sons first year at Pizzo Elementary. The staff and teachers are awesome, very friendly, the school take pride in making sure the kids are learning at the level they should. Overall, I'm a very happy parent.
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