Needs Improvement
#3517 of 3,778 schools in FL
Pizzo K-8 School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
11701 USF BULL RUN ST, Tampa, FL 33617
Enrollment
918
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
918
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,517 of 3,778
In Tampa
#146 of 161
public schools
In district
#251 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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Pizzo K-8 School
Elementary School in Tampa · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pizzo K-8 School
Pizzo K-8 School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Pizzo K-8 School serves approximately 918 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pizzo K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,517 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Pizzo K-8 School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Pizzo K-8 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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Pizzo K-8 School — Students at Pizzo K-8 School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 39 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: 2.7/10.
How Pizzo K-8 School Compares
See how Pizzo K-8 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
11701 USF BULL RUN ST, Tampa, FL 33617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pizzo K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Temple Terrace), which scores notably higher. Another option is EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Temple Terrace), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| WOODMONT CHARTER SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| AMERICAN YOUTH ACADEMY Tampa | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| FOCUS ACADEMY Temple Terrace | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| HARMON STEM SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| TEMPLE TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| FLORIDA CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Temple Terrace | 1.7 mi | 2.0 |
| GRECO MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| KIMBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| WITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY AT BOWERS WHITLEY Tampa | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| NEW SPRINGS SCHOOLS Tampa | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| FLORIDA COLLEGE ACADEMY Temple Terrace | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| PAIDEIA CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA) Tampa | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| DR CARTER G WOODSON K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,651
Median Home Value
$267,200
Median Rent
$1,337/mo
Population
47,880
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
42.8%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
33.1
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| HILAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panama City, FL | 3.8 |
| MIDDLETON-BURNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crescent City, FL | 3.8 |
| ORANGEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers, FL | 3.8 |
| PALM TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Daytona Beach, FL | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pizzo K-8 School
What grades does Pizzo K-8 School serve?
Pizzo K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Pizzo K-8 School?
Pizzo K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 918 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pizzo K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pizzo K-8 School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pizzo K-8 School rank in FL?
Pizzo K-8 School ranks #3,517 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Pizzo K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pizzo K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Pizzo K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pizzo K-8 School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pizzo K-8 School a charter school?
No, Pizzo K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pizzo K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Pizzo K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pizzo K-8 School?
67.5% of students at Pizzo K-8 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 918
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.5%
- Phone
- (813) 987-6500
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #251 of 286
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