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#393 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 10% in state

Gorrie Elementary School

Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH

705 W DELEON ST, Tampa, FL 33606

Enrollment

509

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#393 of 3,778

In Tampa

#13 of 161

public schools

In district

#25 of 286

HILLSBOROUGH

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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8.6/10

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

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About Gorrie Elementary School

Gorrie Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Gorrie Elementary School serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gorrie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #393 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Gorrie Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.2
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg+24.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.1 pts
Overall Proficiency82% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,590
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Gorrie Elementary School — Students at Gorrie Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

16.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 83.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 82.5% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
78%
ELA
86%
2013
ELA
88%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
83%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
80%
2022
Math
87.3%
ELA
78.7%
2024
Math
85%
ELA
78.3%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Gorrie Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
90th percentile in FL
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

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

705 W DELEON ST, Tampa, FL 33606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gorrie Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PATRICIA SULLIVAN METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES PARTNERSHIP SCHOO (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RAMPELLO K-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
WILSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa 0.2 mi 7.6
ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL PARISH DAY SCHOOL Tampa 0.4 mi 7.7
REAL LIFE INC Tampa 0.4 mi
TAMPA PREPARATORY SCHOOL Tampa 0.8 mi 6.3
RAMPELLO K-8 MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa 1.1 mi 8.2
BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa 1.1 mi 5.8
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF HYDE PARK Tampa 1.1 mi 4.7
TAMPA PINNACLE ACADEMY LLC Tampa 1.2 mi 5.9
PRE-K ESE COMMUNITY PEEPS Tampa 1.1 mi 5.4
BLAKE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 1.3 mi 4.9
DUNBAR ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa 1.4 mi 7.9
STEWART MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa 1.4 mi 4.6
CHANNELSIDE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE Tampa 1.4 mi 4.3
ICON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Tampa 1.5 mi 4.5
ST PETER CLAVER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tampa 1.5 mi 6.2
MITCHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.4 mi 8.8
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.7 mi 7.1
PATRICIA SULLIVAN METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES PARTNERSHIP SCHOO Tampa 1.9 mi 9.2
VILLA MADONNA SCHOOL Tampa 2.0 mi 7.5
HILLSBOROUGH VIRTUAL FRANCHISE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,634

Median Home Value

$796,000

Median Rent

$1,931/mo

Population

23,511

College Educated

76.7%

Homeownership

42.1%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

27.8

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School Rating
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FOREST LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oldsmar, FL 8.6
FREEDOM 7 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Cocoa Beach, FL 8.6
HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sanford, FL 8.6
HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales, FL 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gorrie Elementary School

What grades does Gorrie Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Gorrie Elementary School?

Gorrie Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Gorrie 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 Gorrie Elementary School rank in FL?

Gorrie Elementary School ranks #393 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Gorrie Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gorrie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Gorrie Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gorrie Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Gorrie Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Gorrie Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

16.5% of students at Gorrie 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

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

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