Average
#2823 of 3,778 schools in FL
Doby Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
6720 COVINGTON GARDEN DR, Apollo Beach, FL 33572
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,823 of 3,778
In Apollo Beach
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#193 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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About Doby Elementary School
Doby Elementary School is a public elementary school in Apollo Beach, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Doby Elementary School serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Doby Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,823 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Doby Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Doby 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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Doby Elementary School — Students at Doby Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.4%
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: 3.8/10.
How Doby Elementary School Compares
See how Doby 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
6720 COVINGTON GARDEN DR, Apollo Beach, FL 33572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Doby Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVERVIEW ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE (rated 9.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Riverview), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Apollo Beach, see our Apollo Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,775
Median Home Value
$430,900
Median Rent
$2,057/mo
Population
25,045
College Educated
45.5%
Homeownership
82.6%
Avg Commute
36.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
43.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Doby Elementary School
What grades does Doby Elementary School serve?
Doby Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Doby Elementary School?
Doby Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Doby Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Doby Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Doby Elementary School rank in FL?
Doby Elementary School ranks #2,823 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Doby Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Doby Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Doby Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Doby Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Doby Elementary School a charter school?
No, Doby Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Doby Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Doby Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Doby Elementary School?
48.4% of students at Doby 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
- 618
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (813) 672-5388
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #193 of 286
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