Excellent
#691 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 18% in state
Desoto Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
2618 CORRINE ST, Tampa, FL 33605
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#691 of 3,778
In Tampa
#27 of 161
public schools
In district
#44 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Desoto Elementary School
Desoto Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Desoto Elementary School serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Desoto Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #691 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Desoto Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Desoto Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Desoto Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
41% of students at Desoto 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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Desoto Elementary School — Students at Desoto Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
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: 8.2/10.
How Desoto Elementary School Compares
See how Desoto 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
2618 CORRINE ST, Tampa, FL 33605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desoto Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RAMPELLO K-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL PARISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHORE ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| AMI KIDS TAMPA Tampa | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| THE SCHOLARS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL AND ACADEMY INC. Tampa | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| CHANNELSIDE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE Tampa | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| ESE BIRTH THRU AGE 5 Tampa | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF TAMPA Tampa | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| KING'S KID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.6 mi | — |
| PRE-K ESE COMMUNITY PEEPS Tampa | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| RAMPELLO K-8 MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ST PETER CLAVER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ORANGE GROVE MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| A BRIDGE OF HOPE ACADEMY Tampa | 2.0 mi | — |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| LOCKHART ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| YOUNG MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| LINABEAN ACADEMY INC. Tampa | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL PARISH DAY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| TAMPA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY MAGNET Tampa | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,790
Median Home Value
$235,100
Median Rent
$1,122/mo
Population
16,623
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
40.3%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
27.8%
Median Age
38
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| GULF COAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Hill, FL | 8.1 |
| LAKELAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL HOUSE Lakeland, FL | 8.1 |
| LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 8.1 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Melbourne, FL | 8.1 |
| ST PHILIP'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Coral Gables, FL | 8.1 |
| CHILDREN S RAINBOW DAY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desoto Elementary School
What grades does Desoto Elementary School serve?
Desoto Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Desoto Elementary School?
Desoto Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desoto Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Desoto Elementary School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Desoto Elementary School rank in FL?
Desoto Elementary School ranks #691 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Desoto Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Desoto Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Desoto Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desoto Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Desoto Elementary School a charter school?
No, Desoto Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desoto Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Desoto Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Desoto Elementary School?
75.0% of students at Desoto 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (813) 276-5779
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #44 of 286
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