Very Good
#834 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 22% in state
Carrollwood K-8 School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
3516 MCFARLAND RD, Tampa, FL 33618
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#834 of 3,778
In Tampa
#32 of 161
public schools
In district
#53 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Carrollwood K-8 School
Carrollwood K-8 School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Carrollwood K-8 School serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carrollwood K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #834 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Carrollwood K-8 School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Carrollwood K-8 School — Students at Carrollwood K-8 School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 35 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Carrollwood K-8 School Compares
See how Carrollwood K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3516 MCFARLAND RD, Tampa, FL 33618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carrollwood K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF TAMPA BAY (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CANNELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Tampa | 0.4 mi | — |
| LAKE MAGDALENE UMC EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tampa | 1.1 mi | — |
| DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER Tampa | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| MISSIONARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CAMINITI EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Tampa | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| NORTH TAMPA SUCCESS CENTER Tampa | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| THE BROACH SCHOOL OF TAMPA Tampa | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF TAMPA BAY Tampa | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CANNELLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 2.1 mi | 2.1 |
| FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CHAMBERLAIN HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| LEARNING FOR LIFE ACADEMY Tampa | 2.4 mi | — |
| HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS Tampa | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| MISSIONARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tampa | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| EARLY STEPS MONTESSORI ACADEMY Tampa | 2.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,850
Median Home Value
$379,200
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
27,588
College Educated
47.9%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
41.9
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| BEACHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Vero Beach, FL | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carrollwood K-8 School
What grades does Carrollwood K-8 School serve?
Carrollwood K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Carrollwood K-8 School?
Carrollwood K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carrollwood K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carrollwood K-8 School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carrollwood K-8 School rank in FL?
Carrollwood K-8 School ranks #834 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Carrollwood K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carrollwood K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carrollwood K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carrollwood K-8 School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carrollwood K-8 School a charter school?
No, Carrollwood K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carrollwood K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Carrollwood K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carrollwood K-8 School?
43.9% of students at Carrollwood K-8 School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 715
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (813) 975-7640
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #53 of 286
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