Average
#624 of 1,462 private schools in FL
Top 43% of private schools
Mother Teresa of Calcutta
Elementary School
17524 LAKESHORE RD, Lutz, FL 33558
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Florida private schools
#624 of 1,462
In Lutz
#2 of 4
public schools
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Mother Teresa of Calcutta
Elementary School in Lutz · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mother Teresa of Calcutta
Mother Teresa of Calcutta is a private elementary school in Lutz, FL. Mother Teresa of Calcutta serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Mother Teresa of Calcutta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #624 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Mother Teresa of Calcutta is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Mother Teresa of Calcutta compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Lutz, FL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mother Teresa of Calcutta (this school) | 6.6 |
| SCHWARZKOPF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| MCKITRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| MARTINEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| SUNLAKE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCES | 9.1 |
| LUTZ PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| LUTZ K-8 SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| MANISCALCO K-8 SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| LEARNING GATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| DENHAM OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in FL
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
17524 LAKESHORE RD, Lutz, FL 33558
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mother Teresa of Calcutta may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUNLAKE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCES (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Tampa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MCKITRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lutz, see our Lutz schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| CLAYWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MCKITRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lutz | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| STEINBRENNER HIGH SCHOOL Lutz | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| SCHWARZKOPF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lutz | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| MARTINEZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Lutz | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| STEPPING STONES SCHOOL INC. Odessa | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| KEYSTONE PREP HIGH SCHOOL Odessa | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| HAMMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Odessa | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa | 2.7 mi | — |
| WALKER MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Odessa | 2.5 mi | 8.6 |
| HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| NORTHDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| GAITHER HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| SUNLAKE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCES Lutz | 2.9 mi | 9.1 |
| HILLSDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ESSRIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| PLATO ACADEMY TAMPA CHARTER SCHOOL Tampa | 3.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CITRUS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 3.9 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,427
Median Home Value
$479,300
Median Rent
$1,423/mo
Population
30,912
College Educated
56.5%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
40.4
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| ANNUNCIATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Middleburg, FL | 6.6 |
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| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 6.6 |
| CATALINA ELEMENTARY Orlando, FL | 6.6 |
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| CHAMPION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach, FL | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mother Teresa of Calcutta
What grades does Mother Teresa of Calcutta serve?
Mother Teresa of Calcutta serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mother Teresa of Calcutta?
Mother Teresa of Calcutta has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mother Teresa of Calcutta?
The student-teacher ratio at Mother Teresa of Calcutta is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mother Teresa of Calcutta rank in FL?
Mother Teresa of Calcutta ranks #624 of 1,462 private schools in FL.
What is Mother Teresa of Calcutta's MySchoolScout rating?
Mother Teresa of Calcutta has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mother Teresa of Calcutta a private school?
Yes, Mother Teresa of Calcutta is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mother Teresa of Calcutta a religious school?
Mother Teresa of Calcutta has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 933-4750
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