Needs Improvement
#3515 of 3,778 schools in FL
Shaw Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
11311 N 15TH ST, Tampa, FL 33612
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
656
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,515 of 3,778
In Tampa
#144 of 161
public schools
In district
#249 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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Shaw Elementary School
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About Shaw Elementary School
Shaw Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Shaw Elementary School serves approximately 656 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Shaw Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,515 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Shaw Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% 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
52% of students at Shaw 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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Shaw Elementary School — Students at Shaw Elementary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.6%
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: 3.1/10.
How Shaw Elementary School Compares
See how Shaw 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
11311 N 15TH ST, Tampa, FL 33612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shaw Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR CARTER G WOODSON K-8 SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH Tampa | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY Tampa | 0.2 mi | 2.8 |
| EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| WITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| IDEA VICTORY Tampa | 0.7 mi | — |
| BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS Tampa | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| THE WAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| NEW SPRINGS SCHOOLS Tampa | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY AT BOWERS WHITLEY Tampa | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| DR CARTER G WOODSON K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 2.1 |
| SULPHUR SPRINGS K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| TAMPA BAY ACADEMY Tampa | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| MORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,919
Median Home Value
$249,600
Median Rent
$1,259/mo
Population
49,899
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
36.7%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
29%
Median Age
34.2
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 |
| HILAND PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Panama City, FL | 3.8 |
| MARJORIE KINNAN RAWLINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville, FL | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shaw Elementary School
What grades does Shaw Elementary School serve?
Shaw Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Shaw Elementary School?
Shaw Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 656 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shaw Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Shaw Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shaw Elementary School rank in FL?
Shaw Elementary School ranks #3,515 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Shaw Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Shaw 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 Shaw Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shaw Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shaw Elementary School a charter school?
No, Shaw Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shaw Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Shaw Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shaw Elementary School?
72.6% of students at Shaw 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
- 656
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.3%
- Phone
- (813) 975-7366
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #249 of 286
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