Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thonotosassa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thonotosassa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thonotosassa Elementary School's student population of 410 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thonotosassa 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 Thonotosassa Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2079 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
26%
21%
White
34%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thonotosassa Elementary School's ranking?
Thonotosassa Elementary School is ranked #2079 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Thonotosassa Elementary School often compared to?
Thonotosassa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Folsom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thonotosassa Elementary School?
410 students attend Thonotosassa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Thonotosassa Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thonotosassa Elementary School?
Thonotosassa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thonotosassa Elementary School offer ?
Thonotosassa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thonotosassa Elementary School part of?
Thonotosassa Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Thonotosassa Elementary School located?
Thonotosassa Elementary School is located in the Greater Thonotosassa neighborhood of Thonotosassa, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Greater Thonotosassa.
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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