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#2317 of 3,778 schools in FL
Mort Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
1806 E BEARSS AVE, Tampa, FL 33613
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,317 of 3,778
In Tampa
#80 of 161
public schools
In district
#142 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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About Mort Elementary School
Mort Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Mort Elementary School serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mort Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,317 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Mort Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mort 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.
48% of students at Mort 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
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Mort Elementary School — Students at Mort Elementary School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.3/10.
How Mort Elementary School Compares
See how Mort 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
1806 E BEARSS AVE, Tampa, FL 33613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mort Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEARNING GATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lutz), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY AT BOWERS WHITLEY Tampa | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| TAMPA BAY ACADEMY Tampa | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| LA ROCA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.1 mi | — |
| EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| LEARNING GATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lutz | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH Tampa | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS Tampa | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY Tampa | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| IDEA VICTORY Tampa | 2.1 mi | — |
| WITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CARROLLWOOD Tampa | 2.3 mi | — |
| HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| PIZZO K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,642
Median Home Value
$219,700
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
37,212
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
33.2%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
28.6%
Median Age
30.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| CRYSTAL SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mort Elementary School
What grades does Mort Elementary School serve?
Mort Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mort Elementary School?
Mort Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mort Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mort Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mort Elementary School rank in FL?
Mort Elementary School ranks #2,317 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Mort Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mort Elementary School 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 Mort Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mort Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mort Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mort Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mort Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mort Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mort Elementary School?
71.7% of students at Mort 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
- 743
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.2%
- Phone
- (813) 975-7373
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #142 of 286
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