Below Average
#3096 of 3,778 schools in FL
Bailey Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
4630 GALLAGHER RD, Dover, FL 33527
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,096 of 3,778
In Dover
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#216 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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Bailey Elementary School
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About Bailey Elementary School
Bailey Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dover, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Bailey Elementary School serves approximately 760 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Bailey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,096 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Bailey Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Bailey Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bailey Elementary School — Students at Bailey Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.2/10.
How Bailey Elementary School Compares
See how Bailey Elementary 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
4630 GALLAGHER RD, Dover, FL 33527
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bailey Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOVER ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Plant City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Seffner), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| STRAWBERRY CREST HIGH SCHOOL Dover | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Dover | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| DOVER ELEMENTARY Dover | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| WILLIS PETERS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Dover | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| BURNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Seffner | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.9 mi | 4.2 |
| BRANDON SUCCESS CENTER Seffner | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| LOPEZ EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Seffner | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| COLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| IMPACT ACADEMY SCHOOL Seffner | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| ARMWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Seffner | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| SEFFNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 4.4 mi | 3.8 |
| NEW JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| CORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| THONOTOSASSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thonotosassa | 5.0 mi | 5.5 |
| WALDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MANN MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon | 5.4 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33527 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,658
Median Home Value
$347,300
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
16,412
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNABEL C. PERRY PK-8 Miramar, FL | 4.6 |
| CROWN POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 4.6 |
| FLORIDA CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Florida City, FL | 4.6 |
| G. WEAVER HIPPS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lehigh Acres, FL | 4.6 |
| GATEWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers, FL | 4.6 |
| IPPOLITO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview, FL | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bailey Elementary School
What grades does Bailey Elementary School serve?
Bailey Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Bailey Elementary School?
Bailey Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 760 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bailey Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bailey Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bailey Elementary School rank in FL?
Bailey Elementary School ranks #3,096 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Bailey Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bailey Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Bailey Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bailey Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bailey Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bailey Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bailey Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bailey Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bailey Elementary School?
64.2% of students at Bailey 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 760
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.0%
- Phone
- (813) 707-7531
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #216 of 286
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