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#1918 of 3,778 schools in FL
Spring Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · HERNANDO
6001 MARINER BLVD, Spring Hill, FL 34609
Enrollment
893
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
893
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,918 of 3,778
In Spring Hill
#10 of 15
public schools
In district
#13 of 27
HERNANDO
Equity
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Spring Hill Elementary School
Spring Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Spring Hill, FL, part of HERNANDO. Spring Hill Elementary School serves approximately 893 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,918 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Hill Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Spring Hill 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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Spring Hill Elementary School — Students at Spring Hill Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.8%
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: 5.4/10.
How Spring Hill Elementary School Compares
See how Spring Hill 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
6001 MARINER BLVD, Spring Hill, FL 34609
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHOCACHATTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Brooksville), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHALLENGER K-8 SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND MATH (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GULF COAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Spring Hill, see our Spring Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,284
Median Home Value
$275,900
Median Rent
$1,593/mo
Population
46,066
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
44.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Hill Elementary School
What grades does Spring Hill Elementary School serve?
Spring Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Spring Hill Elementary School?
Spring Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 893 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Hill Elementary School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Hill Elementary School rank in FL?
Spring Hill Elementary School ranks #1,918 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Spring Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Spring Hill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Hill Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spring Hill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Spring Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Hill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Spring Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Hill Elementary School?
70.8% of students at Spring Hill 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
- 893
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Hernando County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (352) 797-7030
Resources & Links
District
HERNANDO- District Enrollment
- 24,015
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,856
- District Rank
- #13 of 27
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