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#2381 of 3,778 schools in FL
Clair-mel Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
1025 S 78TH ST, Tampa, FL 33619
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
469
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,381 of 3,778
In Tampa
#83 of 161
public schools
In district
#145 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Clair-mel Elementary School
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About Clair-mel Elementary School
Clair-mel Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Clair-mel Elementary School serves approximately 469 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Clair-mel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,381 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Clair-mel Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Clair-mel Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Clair-mel Elementary School runs 23.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
37% of students at Clair-mel 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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Clair-mel Elementary School — Students at Clair-mel Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.5%
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
→ 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: 7.5/10.
How Clair-mel Elementary School Compares
See how Clair-mel 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
1025 S 78TH ST, Tampa, FL 33619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clair-mel Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE COLLABORATORY PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Riverview), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| PALM RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| BING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GIUNTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Riverview | 2.1 mi | 3.1 |
| KENLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| IDEA HOPE Tampa | 2.5 mi | — |
| PROGRESS VILLAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| LITERACY/LEADERSHIP/TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Tampa | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL Tampa | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| COLUMBUS RESIDENTIAL JUVENILE FACILITY Tampa | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKE ACADEMY Tampa | 2.6 mi | — |
| LAKE ACADEMY SECURE Tampa | 2.6 mi | — |
| TAMPA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY Tampa | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLSBOROUGH GIRLS ACADEMY Tampa | 2.7 mi | — |
| PROGRESS VILLAGE MIDDLE MAGNET Tampa | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| LAMB ELEMENTARY Tampa | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| THE COLLABORATORY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,193
Median Home Value
$220,300
Median Rent
$1,618/mo
Population
40,302
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALTAMONTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL | 5.6 |
| BELLAMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 5.6 |
| GREENTREE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Southwest Ranches, FL | 5.6 |
| GRIFFIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 5.6 |
| J. D. PARKER SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY Stuart, FL | 5.6 |
| JOHN YOUNG ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clair-mel Elementary School
What grades does Clair-mel Elementary School serve?
Clair-mel Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Clair-mel Elementary School?
Clair-mel Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 469 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clair-mel Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clair-mel Elementary School is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clair-mel Elementary School rank in FL?
Clair-mel Elementary School ranks #2,381 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Clair-mel Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clair-mel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Clair-mel Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clair-mel Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Clair-mel Elementary School a charter school?
No, Clair-mel Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clair-mel Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Clair-mel Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Clair-mel Elementary School?
82.5% of students at Clair-mel 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
- 469
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.9%
- Phone
- (813) 744-8080
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #145 of 286
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