Average
#1724 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 46% in state
Cypress Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
4040 19TH AVE NE, Ruskin, FL 33573
Enrollment
984
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
984
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,724 of 3,778
In Ruskin
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#105 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Cypress Creek Elementary School
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About Cypress Creek Elementary School
Cypress Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ruskin, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Cypress Creek Elementary School serves approximately 984 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cypress Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,724 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Cypress Creek Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Cypress Creek 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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Cypress Creek Elementary School — Students at Cypress Creek Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.4%
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: 7.6/10.
How Cypress Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Cypress Creek 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
4040 19TH AVE NE, Ruskin, FL 33573
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cypress Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Apollo Beach), which scores notably higher. Another option is LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Apollo Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ruskin, see our Ruskin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33573 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,431
Median Home Value
$270,600
Median Rent
$1,951/mo
Population
30,820
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
68.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cypress Creek Elementary School
What grades does Cypress Creek Elementary School serve?
Cypress Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cypress Creek Elementary School?
Cypress Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 984 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cypress Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cypress Creek Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cypress Creek Elementary School rank in FL?
Cypress Creek Elementary School ranks #1,724 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Cypress Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cypress Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Cypress Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cypress Creek Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cypress Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cypress Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cypress Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cypress Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cypress Creek Elementary School?
64.4% of students at Cypress Creek 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
- 984
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (813) 671-5167
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #105 of 286
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