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Frost Elementary School

Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH

3950 S FALKENBURG RD, Riverview, FL 33578

Enrollment

624

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,922 of 3,778

In Riverview

#9 of 26

public schools

In district

#116 of 286

HILLSBOROUGH

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Frost Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Riverview · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Frost Elementary School

Frost Elementary School is a public elementary school in Riverview, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Frost Elementary School serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Frost Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,922 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Frost Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Frost 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-22.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.9 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,590
Chronic Absenteeism36.5%

Frost Elementary School — Students at Frost Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

65.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
47%
2013
ELA
47%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
46.6%
ELA
43.5%
2024
Math
37.7%
ELA
44.3%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Frost Elementary School Compares

See how Frost Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in FL
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3950 S FALKENBURG RD, Riverview, FL 33578

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frost Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINTHROP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE ACADEMY AT TRUE SANCTUARY OF PRAISE (rated 6.1/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LAMB ELEMENTARY (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Tampa), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Riverview, see our Riverview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
GIUNTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Riverview 0.2 mi 3.1
PROGRESS VILLAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa 0.9 mi 5.5
PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview 1.4 mi 7.0
PROGRESS VILLAGE MIDDLE MAGNET Tampa 1.5 mi 6.9
LAMB ELEMENTARY Tampa 1.6 mi 5.7
LITERACY/LEADERSHIP/TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Tampa 1.5 mi 5.4
BING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.5 mi 4.7
DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa 1.8 mi 4.6
CLAIR-MEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.9 mi 5.6
SPOTO HIGH SCHOOL Riverview 1.9 mi 4.7
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF ADVANCED STUDIES OF HILLSBOROUGH Riverview 2.0 mi
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF RIVERVIEW Riverview 2.1 mi 4.5
IPPOLITO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview 2.5 mi 4.6
THE ACADEMY AT TRUE SANCTUARY OF PRAISE Riverview 2.5 mi 6.1
PALM RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 2.6 mi 3.8
PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Riverview 2.7 mi 7.8
CUTTINGEDGE LEARNING ACADEMY INC. Riverview 2.8 mi 7.3
WINTHROP CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview 2.9 mi 8.8
VIRTUAL PREPARATORY ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Riverview 3.2 mi
CENTER ACADEMY-RIVERVIEW Riverview 3.4 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33578 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,223

Median Home Value

$298,000

Median Rent

$1,766/mo

Population

58,474

College Educated

36.7%

Homeownership

58.3%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

35

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frost Elementary School

What grades does Frost Elementary School serve?

Frost Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Frost Elementary School?

Frost Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frost Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frost Elementary School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frost Elementary School rank in FL?

Frost Elementary School ranks #1,922 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Frost Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frost Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Frost Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frost Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Frost Elementary School a charter school?

No, Frost Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frost Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Frost Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frost Elementary School?

65.5% of students at Frost 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
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

District

HILLSBOROUGH
District Enrollment
224,152
Schools in District
305
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,590
District Rank
#116 of 286

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