7.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Lithia, Florida

7 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 7

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.3/10

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Use this page to compare every school in Lithia by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Lithia for 2026 are Stowers Elementary School (9.2/10), Bevis Elementary School (8.5/10), and Fishhawk Creek Elementary School (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.

Top-Rated Schools in Lithia

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Stowers Elementary School	9.2 / 10	Elementary	—	97th
2	Bevis Elementary School	8.5 / 10	Elementary	—	88th
3	Fishhawk Creek Elementary School	8.1 / 10	Elementary	—	82th
4	Newsome High School	7.6 / 10	High	—	74th
5	Randall Middle School	7.1 / 10	Middle	—	65th
6	Barrington Middle School	7.1 / 10	Middle	—	65th
7	Pinecrest Elementary School	3.8 / 10	Elementary	—	7th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.3/10
Median household income: $121,769
Median home value: $477,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 46%
Avg commute: 38 min
Owner-occupied homes: 84%

How Lithia compares

Florida rank

#37 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.0

above Florida avg (6.3)

Median household income

$122k

163% of Florida median

Schools in this city

7

About Schools in Lithia, Florida

Lithia, Florida is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Lithia perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Lithia is Stowers Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Lithia is served by 1 school district: HILLSBOROUGH. These districts collectively serve 224,152 students.

Lithia's community shows 46% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $121,769. The poverty rate in the area is 7.5%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Stowers Elementary School 930 students · Pre-K–5th	930	Pre-K–5th	9.2
2	Bevis Elementary School 866 students · Pre-K–5th	866	Pre-K–5th	8.5
3	Fishhawk Creek Elementary School 1,017 students · Pre-K–5th	1,017	Pre-K–5th	8.1
4	Pinecrest Elementary School 579 students · Pre-K–5th	579	Pre-K–5th	3.8

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Randall Middle School 1,361 students · 6th–8th	1,361	6th–8th	7.1
2	Barrington Middle School 1,279 students · 6th–8th	1,279	6th–8th	7.1

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Newsome High School 3,340 students · 9th–12th	3,340	9th–12th	7.6

Schools in Lithia

Lithia, Florida · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$121,769

Median Home Value

$477,300

Median Rent

$2,114/mo

Population

31,268

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Community Profile

Lithia has a median household income of $121,769. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $477,300, with a median rent of $2,114/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Florida
Elementary: 4
Middle: 2
High: 1

Resources

🔍 Google "Lithia schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Lithia 📊 Niche Lithia Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools

School District

HILLSBOROUGH

305 schools · 224,152 students

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Lithia, Florida

How many schools are in Lithia, Florida?

Lithia has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Lithia, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lithia is 7.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Lithia, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Lithia on MySchoolScout is Stowers Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Lithia, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Lithia on MySchoolScout is Stowers Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Lithia, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Lithia on MySchoolScout is Randall Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best high school in Lithia, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Lithia on MySchoolScout is Newsome High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.

How many school districts serve Lithia, Florida?

Lithia is served by 1 school district: Hillsborough.

What is the education level in Lithia, Florida?

According to Census data, 46% of adults in Lithia have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Lithia, Florida?

The median household income in Lithia is approximately $121,769 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lithia, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lithia is 18.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lithia, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.