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#82 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 2% in state

Based on limited data

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School

Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH

10739 RAULERSON RANCH ROAD, Tampa, FL 33637

Charter

Enrollment

396

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#82 of 3,778

In Tampa

#4 of 161

public schools

In district

#5 of 286

HILLSBOROUGH

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School

9.3/10

Elementary School in Tampa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH.

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School show 89% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).

Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares3.1 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.2
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics9.7Excellent60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency89% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+28.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+31.8 pts
Overall Proficiency88% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+20.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,590
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School — Students at Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

8.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 89.0% (2024 FAST)
School
State
60.5% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 87.0% (2024 FAST)
School
State
55.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 2 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

How Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School Compares

See how Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in FL
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
8%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Location

10739 RAULERSON RANCH ROAD, Tampa, FL 33637

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Temple Terrace), with a comparable rating. Another option is CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Temple Terrace), a more accessible option. Additionally, FOLSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Thonotosassa), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
TERRACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa 0.2 mi 8.9
DR KIRAN C PATEL HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 0.2 mi 6.2
THE GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVT Tampa 1.3 mi
LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Temple Terrace 1.4 mi 3.4
IVY GLOBAL SCHOOL Tampa 1.6 mi 2.6
FOLSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thonotosassa 1.5 mi 5.9
GRECO MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Temple Terrace 1.6 mi 2.8
FLORIDA COLLEGE ACADEMY Temple Terrace 1.9 mi 5.3
FLORIDA CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Temple Terrace 2.0 mi 2.0
JENNINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seffner 2.2 mi 3.0
THONOTOSASSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thonotosassa 2.3 mi 5.5
FOCUS ACADEMY Temple Terrace 2.4 mi 5.6
AMERICAN YOUTH ACADEMY Tampa 2.7 mi 5.4
NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC Seffner 2.9 mi 6.6
CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple Terrace 2.7 mi 8.2
TEMPLE TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Temple Terrace 2.8 mi 3.3
WOODMONT CHARTER SCHOOL Temple Terrace 2.8 mi 4.7
HIFZ ACADEMY Tampa 3.1 mi 8.9
RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Temple Terrace 3.0 mi 8.8
UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Tampa 3.2 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33637 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,526

Median Home Value

$213,800

Median Rent

$1,531/mo

Population

17,785

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

41%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.2%

Median Age

34.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School

What grades does Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School serve?

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School?

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School rank in FL?

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School ranks #82 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School has 89% math proficiency (2024 FAST) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 FAST).

Is Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School a charter school?

Yes, Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School?

8.3% of students at Dr. Kiran C. Patel 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

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