Serving 893 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Spring Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Hill Elementary School's student population of 893 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
893 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Spring Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Hill Elementary 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
#1724 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
51%
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
62%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Hill Elementary School is ranked #1724 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Spring Hill Elementary School?
893 students attend Spring Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Spring Hill Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Hill Elementary School?
Spring Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spring Hill Elementary School offer ?
Spring Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Spring Hill Elementary School part of?
Spring Hill Elementary School is part of Hernando School District.
School Calendar
View the Spring Hill Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Veterans Day observed - Schools closed
November 11, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
M.L. King Jr. Day - Schools closed
January 20, 2025 (Monday)
Presidents Day - Schools closed
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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