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Miles Elementary School

Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH

317 E 124TH AVE, Tampa, FL 33612

Enrollment

664

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,457 of 3,778

In Tampa

#90 of 161

public schools

In district

#156 of 286

HILLSBOROUGH

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Miles Elementary School

5.5/10

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

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About Miles Elementary School

Miles Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Miles Elementary School serves approximately 664 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Miles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,457 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Miles Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Miles Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

61% of students at Miles 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 Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.7% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.7% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-26.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-27.5 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,590
Chronic Absenteeism61.3%

Miles Elementary School — Students at Miles Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 29.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 28.7% (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
44%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2013
ELA
30%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
35.2%
ELA
26%
2024
Math
33.7%
ELA
27.7%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Miles Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in FL
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
61.3%

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

317 E 124TH AVE, Tampa, FL 33612

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miles Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS Tampa 0.1 mi 5.0
IDEA VICTORY Tampa 0.4 mi
BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 0.7 mi 8.2
VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY Tampa 0.8 mi 2.8
WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH Tampa 0.8 mi 3.6
SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.0 mi 3.8
TAMPA BAY ACADEMY Tampa 1.2 mi 5.9
MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa 1.3 mi 7.5
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.3 mi 5.4
LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa 1.3 mi 4.1
ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa 1.3 mi 2.1
EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL Tampa 1.3 mi 7.5
LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.3 mi 5.3
LA ROCA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa 1.5 mi
HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa 1.5 mi 7.9
THE BROACH SCHOOL OF TAMPA Tampa 1.6 mi 6.0
WITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.6 mi 4.1
MISSIONARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa 1.6 mi 4.8
CHAMBERLAIN HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 1.8 mi 3.6
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY AT BOWERS WHITLEY Tampa 1.7 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,919

Median Home Value

$249,600

Median Rent

$1,259/mo

Population

49,899

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

36.7%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

29%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miles Elementary School

What grades does Miles Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Miles Elementary School?

Miles Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 664 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Miles Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Miles Elementary School rank in FL?

Miles Elementary School ranks #2,457 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Miles Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Miles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Miles Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miles Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Miles Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Miles Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

75.9% of students at Miles 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
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
664
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
61.3%

District

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

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