Excellent
#693 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 18% in state
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
16815 DORMAN RD, Lithia, FL 33547
Enrollment
1,017
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
1,017
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#693 of 3,778
In Lithia
#3 of 7
public schools
In district
#46 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Fishhawk Creek Elementary School
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About Fishhawk Creek Elementary School
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lithia, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Fishhawk Creek Elementary School serves approximately 1,017 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fishhawk Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #693 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Fishhawk Creek Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Fishhawk Creek Elementary School — Students at Fishhawk Creek Elementary School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
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: 7.2/10.
How Fishhawk Creek Elementary School Compares
See how Fishhawk 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
16815 DORMAN RD, Lithia, FL 33547
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fishhawk Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STOWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BOYETTE SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Riverview), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BEVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lithia, see our Lithia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BEVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lithia | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| RANDALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Lithia | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| NEWSOME HIGH SCHOOL Lithia | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| LITHIA SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BARRINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lithia | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CIMINO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| STOWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lithia | 2.4 mi | 9.2 |
| FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Valrico | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| VALRICO LAKE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY Riverview | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| BELL CREEK ACADEMY Riverview | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ALAFIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BOYETTE SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| LIVINGSTONE ACADEMY AUTISM CENTER Valrico | 4.2 mi | 7.1 |
| WARREN HOPE DAWSON ELEMENTARY Riverview | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| BLOOMINGDALE HIGH SCHOOL Valrico | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| INTERACTIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY Valrico | 4.3 mi | 7.5 |
| ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Riverview | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| DURANT HIGH SCHOOL Plant City | 4.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MULRENNAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Valrico | 4.6 mi | 5.6 |
| NELSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,769
Median Home Value
$477,300
Median Rent
$2,114/mo
Population
31,268
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
37.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
36.8
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| BAY MEADOWS ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 8.1 |
| BOWMAN ASHE/DOOLIN K-8 ACADEMY Miami, FL | 8.1 |
| CASSELBERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Casselberry, FL | 8.1 |
| CHAIN OF LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven, FL | 8.1 |
| DORAL INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE Doral, FL | 8.1 |
| DR. PHILLIPS ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fishhawk Creek Elementary School
What grades does Fishhawk Creek Elementary School serve?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Fishhawk Creek Elementary School?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,017 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fishhawk Creek Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fishhawk Creek Elementary School rank in FL?
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School ranks #693 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Fishhawk Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fishhawk Creek 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 Fishhawk Creek Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fishhawk Creek Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fishhawk Creek Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fishhawk Creek Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fishhawk Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fishhawk Creek Elementary School?
17.2% of students at Fishhawk 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
- 1,017
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (813) 651-2150
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #46 of 286
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