Excellent
#294 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 8% in state
Based on limited data
Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
5995 COVINGTON GARDEN DRIVE, Apollo Beach, FL 33572
Enrollment
1,420
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,420
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#294 of 3,778
In Apollo Beach
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#21 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School
Elementary School in Apollo Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School
Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School is a public elementary school in Apollo Beach, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School serves approximately 1,420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School show 70% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School — Students at Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
How Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School Compares
See how Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5995 COVINGTON GARDEN DRIVE, Apollo Beach, FL 33572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Ruskin), a more accessible option. Additionally, CREEKSIDE CHARTER ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Riverview), a more accessible option. For more schools in Apollo Beach, see our Apollo Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 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 Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School
What grades does Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School serve?
Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School?
Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 1,420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School rank in FL?
Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School ranks #294 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School has 70% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).
Is Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School a charter school?
No, Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School?
29.3% of students at Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,420
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 92
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.6%
- Phone
- (813) 272-4000
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #21 of 286
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