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#2319 of 3,778 schools in FL
Lamb Elementary
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
6274 S 78TH ST, Tampa, FL 33619
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,319 of 3,778
In Tampa
#82 of 161
public schools
In district
#144 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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About Lamb Elementary
Lamb Elementary is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Lamb Elementary serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lamb Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,319 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lamb Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Lamb Elementary runs 20.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
64% of students at Lamb Elementary 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
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Lamb Elementary — Students at Lamb Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 22 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: 6.9/10.
How Lamb Elementary Compares
See how Lamb Elementary 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
6274 S 78TH ST, Tampa, FL 33619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lamb Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WINTHROP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Riverview), which scores notably higher. Another option is GIBSONTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Gibsonton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Riverview), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,193
Median Home Value
$220,300
Median Rent
$1,618/mo
Population
40,302
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
33.4
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| ARCHER ELEMENTARY Archer, FL | 5.7 |
| AVON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon Park, FL | 5.7 |
| BOGGY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 5.7 |
| BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami, FL | 5.7 |
| CARRIE P. MEEK/WESTVIEW K-8 CENTER Miami, FL | 5.7 |
| CRESTHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pompano Beach, FL | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lamb Elementary
What grades does Lamb Elementary serve?
Lamb Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lamb Elementary?
Lamb Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lamb Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lamb Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lamb Elementary rank in FL?
Lamb Elementary ranks #2,319 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lamb Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lamb Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Lamb Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lamb Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Lamb Elementary a charter school?
No, Lamb Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lamb Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lamb Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lamb Elementary?
75.8% of students at Lamb Elementary 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
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.3%
- Phone
- (813) 605-4950
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #144 of 286
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