Below Average
#3095 of 3,778 schools in FL
Sessums Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
11525 RAMBLE CREEK DR, Riverview, FL 33569
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
946
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,095 of 3,778
In Riverview
#20 of 26
public schools
In district
#215 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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Sessums Elementary School
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About Sessums Elementary School
Sessums Elementary School is a public elementary school in Riverview, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Sessums Elementary School serves approximately 946 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sessums Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,095 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Sessums Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Sessums 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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Sessums Elementary School — Students at Sessums Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.7%
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 Sessums Elementary School Compares
See how Sessums 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
11525 RAMBLE CREEK DR, Riverview, FL 33569
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sessums Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVERVIEW ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIVERVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BOYETTE SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Riverview, see our Riverview schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33569 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,500
Median Home Value
$330,700
Median Rent
$2,167/mo
Population
26,613
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sessums Elementary School
What grades does Sessums Elementary School serve?
Sessums Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sessums Elementary School?
Sessums Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 946 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sessums Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sessums Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sessums Elementary School rank in FL?
Sessums Elementary School ranks #3,095 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Sessums Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sessums Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Sessums Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sessums Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sessums Elementary School a charter school?
No, Sessums Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sessums Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Sessums Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sessums Elementary School?
48.7% of students at Sessums 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
- 946
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (813) 672-5230
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #215 of 286
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