Needs Improvement
#3652 of 3,778 schools in FL
Ruskin Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
101 E COLLEGE AVE, Ruskin, FL 33570
Enrollment
790
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
790
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,652 of 3,778
In Ruskin
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#266 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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Ruskin Elementary School
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About Ruskin Elementary School
Ruskin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ruskin, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Ruskin Elementary School serves approximately 790 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ruskin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,652 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Ruskin Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Ruskin 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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Ruskin Elementary School — Students at Ruskin Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.1%
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: 2.9/10.
How Ruskin Elementary School Compares
See how Ruskin 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
101 E COLLEGE AVE, Ruskin, FL 33570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ruskin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RCMA WIMAUMA COMMUNITY ACADEMY (rated 9.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Wimauma), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Apollo Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ruskin, see our Ruskin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RUSKIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ruskin | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| THOMPSON ELEMENTARY Ruskin | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| LENNARD HIGH SCHOOL Ruskin | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SLAM ACADEMY AT APOLLO BEACH Apollo Beach | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY Ruskin | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUTH COUNTY CAREER CENTER Ruskin | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| SHIELDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Ruskin | 4.3 mi | 3.6 |
| APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ruskin | 4.4 mi | 6.5 |
| DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 5.0 mi | 8.8 |
| WATERSET CHARTER SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 5.3 mi | 6.1 |
| RCMA WIMAUMA COMMUNITY ACADEMY Wimauma | 5.5 mi | 9.2 |
| DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| CORR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gibsonton | 6.9 mi | 4.8 |
| EISENHOWER MIDDLE SCHOOL Gibsonton | 6.9 mi | 2.3 |
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sun City Center | 6.8 mi | 6.9 |
| EISENHOWER EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Gibsonton | 7.0 mi | — |
| EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Gibsonton | 7.1 mi | 5.3 |
| REDDICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wimauma | 6.8 mi | 4.8 |
| CREEKSIDE CHARTER ACADEMY Riverview | 7.5 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,048
Median Home Value
$255,400
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
33,676
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
36.7
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| FAIRGLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa, FL | 3.3 |
| GROVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Groveland, FL | 3.3 |
| OAKCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 3.3 |
| STANTON-WEIRSDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weirsdale, FL | 3.3 |
| TEMPLE TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Temple Terrace, FL | 3.3 |
| TWIN LAKES ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ruskin Elementary School
What grades does Ruskin Elementary School serve?
Ruskin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ruskin Elementary School?
Ruskin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 790 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ruskin Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ruskin Elementary School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ruskin Elementary School rank in FL?
Ruskin Elementary School ranks #3,652 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Ruskin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ruskin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Ruskin Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ruskin Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ruskin Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ruskin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ruskin Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ruskin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ruskin Elementary School?
75.1% of students at Ruskin 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
- 790
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (813) 671-5177
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #266 of 286
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