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#22 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 1% in state

Grady Elementary School

Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH

3910 W MORRISON AVE, Tampa, FL 33629

Enrollment

557

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

9.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#22 of 3,778

In Tampa

#1 of 161

public schools

In district

#1 of 286

HILLSBOROUGH

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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9.6/10

Elementary School in Tampa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Grady Elementary School

Grady Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Grady Elementary School serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Grady Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Grady Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares3.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change+1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency91% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+30.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+25.1 pts
Overall Proficiency86% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+21.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,590
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Grady Elementary School — Students at Grady Elementary School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 81.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 78.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2013
ELA
82%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
85%
ELA
84%
2022
Math
88.4%
ELA
84.9%
2024
Math
91%
ELA
80.3%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Grady Elementary School Compares

See how Grady Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.6/10
99th percentile in FL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3910 W MORRISON AVE, Tampa, FL 33629

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grady Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ROLAND PARK K-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tampa 0.2 mi 5.0
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER SOUTH TAMPA Tampa 0.4 mi
MABRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 0.5 mi 8.7
COLEMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa 0.7 mi 8.0
PLANT HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 0.7 mi 7.5
ST MARYS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Tampa 0.7 mi 6.6
BEACH PARK SCHOOL Tampa 0.9 mi 7.8
ROOSEVELT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.3 mi 8.8
MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.3 mi 8.8
WESTMINSTER ACADEMY Tampa 1.4 mi 6.7
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tampa 1.5 mi 6.5
JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 1.6 mi 5.1
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa 1.5 mi 5.8
ACADEMY OF THE HOLY NAMES Tampa 1.6 mi 6.6
ROLAND PARK K-8 MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa 1.7 mi 9.4
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HYDE PARK Tampa 1.6 mi 4.7
LAVOY EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Tampa 1.8 mi 4.2
BAYSHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tampa 2.0 mi 8.8
MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa 2.0 mi 5.2
MACFARLANE PARK ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa 2.0 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$158,337

Median Home Value

$764,100

Median Rent

$1,758/mo

Population

27,356

College Educated

76.5%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

40.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
COCONUT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coconut Grove, FL 9.6
HENRY S. WEST LABORATORY SCHOOL Coral Gables, FL 9.6
MIDTOWN ACADEMY St. Petersburg, FL 9.6
SOMERSET PREPARATORY ACADEMY SUNSET Miami, FL 9.6
VETERANS MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples, FL 9.6
ACADEMIR CHARTER SCHOOL WEST Miami, FL 9.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grady Elementary School

What grades does Grady Elementary School serve?

Grady Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Grady Elementary School?

Grady Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grady Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grady Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grady Elementary School rank in FL?

Grady Elementary School ranks #22 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Grady Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grady Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Grady Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grady Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Grady Elementary School a charter school?

No, Grady Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grady Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Grady Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grady Elementary School?

18.5% of students at Grady Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Grady Elementary School stack up?

PATRICIA SULLIVAN METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES PARTNERSHIP SCHOO
9.2
LANIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
8.6
TINKER K-8 SCHOOL
8.4
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

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