Needs Improvement
#3519 of 3,778 schools in FL
Schmidt Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
1250 WILLIAMS RD, Brandon, FL 33510
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,519 of 3,778
In Brandon
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#253 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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About Schmidt Elementary School
Schmidt Elementary School is a public elementary school in Brandon, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Schmidt Elementary School serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Schmidt Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,519 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Schmidt Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% 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
42% of students at Schmidt 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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Schmidt Elementary School — Students at Schmidt Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.4%
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: 2.5/10.
How Schmidt Elementary School Compares
See how Schmidt 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
1250 WILLIAMS RD, Brandon, FL 33510
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Schmidt Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. FIRST BAPTIST BRANDON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MINTZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brandon, see our Brandon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| TAMPA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY Tampa | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLSBOROUGH GIRLS ACADEMY Tampa | 1.5 mi | — |
| COLUMBUS RESIDENTIAL JUVENILE FACILITY Tampa | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKE ACADEMY Tampa | 1.5 mi | — |
| LAKE ACADEMY SECURE Tampa | 1.5 mi | — |
| BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL Brandon | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Brandon | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| MANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| MCLANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| FIRST BAPTIST BRANDON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brandon | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| MANN MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon | 2.4 mi | 2.6 |
| NEW JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| IMPACT ACADEMY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL Seffner | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SEFFNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
| MINTZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| YATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,057
Median Home Value
$274,600
Median Rent
$1,365/mo
Population
30,585
College Educated
25.8%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
37.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ATHENIAN ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Fort Myers, FL | 3.8 |
| CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey, FL | 3.8 |
| CORAL SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Coral Springs, FL | 3.8 |
| ENDEAVOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cocoa, FL | 3.8 |
| FLORAL CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Floral City, FL | 3.8 |
| HILAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panama City, FL | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Schmidt Elementary School
What grades does Schmidt Elementary School serve?
Schmidt Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Schmidt Elementary School?
Schmidt Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Schmidt Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Schmidt Elementary School is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Schmidt Elementary School rank in FL?
Schmidt Elementary School ranks #3,519 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Schmidt Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Schmidt Elementary 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 Schmidt Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Schmidt Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Schmidt Elementary School a charter school?
No, Schmidt Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Schmidt Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Schmidt Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Schmidt Elementary School?
77.4% of students at Schmidt 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
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (813) 651-2110
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #253 of 286
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