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#2609 of 3,778 schools in FL
Potter Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
3224 E CAYUGA ST, Tampa, FL 33610
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,609 of 3,778
In Tampa
#101 of 161
public schools
In district
#172 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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Potter Elementary School
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About Potter Elementary School
Potter Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Potter Elementary School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Potter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,609 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Potter Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Potter 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.
50% of students at Potter 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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Potter Elementary School — Students at Potter Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
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 Potter Elementary School Compares
See how Potter 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
3224 E CAYUGA ST, Tampa, FL 33610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Potter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE SCHOLARS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL AND ACADEMY INC. (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MT CALVARY SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MT CALVARY SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Tampa | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LOMAX MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| MIDDLETON HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| FERRELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| CARVER EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Tampa | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| A BRIDGE OF HOPE ACADEMY Tampa | 0.8 mi | — |
| LINABEAN ACADEMY INC. Tampa | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PEPIN ACADEMIES Tampa | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| BIBLE TRUTH MINISTRIES ACADEMY Tampa | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| KING'S KID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.1 mi | — |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Tampa | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| YOUNG MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| WILLIAMS MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LOCKHART ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| KIDZ COVE II Tampa | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| FRANKLIN MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| SHEEHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| THE SCHOLARS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL AND ACADEMY INC. Tampa | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,765
Median Home Value
$210,600
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
45,396
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALOMA ELEMENTARY Winter Park, FL | 5.3 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY SOUTH Miami, FL | 5.3 |
| BROOKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 5.3 |
| CAROL CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miami Gardens, FL | 5.3 |
| CAROLYN BEATRICE PARKER ELEMENTARY Gainesville, FL | 5.3 |
| CHESTER SHELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hawthorne, FL | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Potter Elementary School
What grades does Potter Elementary School serve?
Potter Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Potter Elementary School?
Potter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Potter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Potter Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Potter Elementary School rank in FL?
Potter Elementary School ranks #2,609 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Potter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Potter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Potter Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Potter Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Potter Elementary School a charter school?
No, Potter Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Potter Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Potter Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Potter Elementary School?
89.9% of students at Potter 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
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (813) 276-5564
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #172 of 286
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