Very Good
#1096 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 29% in state
Lithia Springs Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
4332 LYNX PAW TRL, Valrico, FL 33596
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,096 of 3,778
In Valrico
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#71 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Lithia Springs Elementary School
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About Lithia Springs Elementary School
Lithia Springs Elementary School is a public elementary school in Valrico, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Lithia Springs Elementary School serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Lithia Springs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,096 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lithia Springs Elementary School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
Score Breakdown
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Lithia Springs Elementary School — Students at Lithia Springs Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.6%
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: 5.7/10.
How Lithia Springs Elementary School Compares
See how Lithia Springs 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
4332 LYNX PAW TRL, Valrico, FL 33596
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lithia Springs Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STOWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lithia), which scores notably higher. Another option is VALRICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Lithia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Valrico, see our Valrico schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOUNDATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Valrico | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| CIMINO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| NEWSOME HIGH SCHOOL Lithia | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| RANDALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Lithia | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| ALAFIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| BEVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lithia | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| MULRENNAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Valrico | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LIVINGSTONE ACADEMY AUTISM CENTER Valrico | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| NELSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| FISHHAWK CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lithia | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| BLOOMINGDALE HIGH SCHOOL Valrico | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| INTERACTIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY Valrico | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BUCKHORN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| BARRINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lithia | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| STOWERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lithia | 2.9 mi | 9.2 |
| NAVIGATOR ACADEMY OF LEADERSHIP VALRICO Valrico | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| DURANT HIGH SCHOOL Plant City | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| VALRICO LAKE ADVANTAGE ACADEMY Riverview | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| BELL CREEK ACADEMY Riverview | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| VALRICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico | 3.8 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33596 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,305
Median Home Value
$396,100
Median Rent
$2,236/mo
Population
28,152
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
45.9
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| BRAUSER MAIMONIDES ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale, FL | 7.4 |
| CENTRAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plantation, FL | 7.4 |
| CRACKER TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sebring, FL | 7.4 |
| DR. CARLOS J. FINLAY ELEMENTARY Miami, FL | 7.4 |
| EDISON PARK K-8 CENTER Miami, FL | 7.4 |
| FOREST CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Altamonte Springs, FL | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lithia Springs Elementary School
What grades does Lithia Springs Elementary School serve?
Lithia Springs Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lithia Springs Elementary School?
Lithia Springs Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lithia Springs Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lithia Springs Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lithia Springs Elementary School rank in FL?
Lithia Springs Elementary School ranks #1,096 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lithia Springs Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lithia Springs Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Lithia Springs Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lithia Springs Elementary School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lithia Springs Elementary School a charter school?
No, Lithia Springs Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lithia Springs Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Lithia Springs Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lithia Springs Elementary School?
26.6% of students at Lithia Springs 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
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (813) 744-8016
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #71 of 286
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