Serving 997 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Warren Hope Dawson 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 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School's student population of 997 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
997 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Warren Hope Dawson 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 Warren Hope Dawson 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
#1524 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School's ranking?
Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School is ranked #1524 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School often compared to?
Warren Hope Dawson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winthrop Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School?
997 students attend Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School?
Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School offer ?
Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School part of?
Warren Hope Dawson Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
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)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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