Very Good
#788 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 21% in state
Springhead Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
3208 NESMITH RD, Plant City, FL 33566
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
715
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#788 of 3,778
In Plant City
#2 of 18
public schools
In district
#51 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Springhead Elementary School
Springhead Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plant City, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Springhead Elementary School serves approximately 715 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Springhead Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #788 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Springhead Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Springhead 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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Springhead Elementary School — Students at Springhead Elementary School score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.3%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.5/10.
How Springhead Elementary School Compares
See how Springhead 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
3208 NESMITH RD, Plant City, FL 33566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Springhead Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLOW OAK SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Mulberry), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LINCOLN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TRAPNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 4.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Plant City, see our Plant City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,161
Median Home Value
$290,600
Median Rent
$1,333/mo
Population
23,727
College Educated
24.9%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Springhead Elementary School
What grades does Springhead Elementary School serve?
Springhead Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Springhead Elementary School?
Springhead Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 715 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Springhead Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Springhead Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Springhead Elementary School rank in FL?
Springhead Elementary School ranks #788 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Springhead Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Springhead Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Springhead Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Springhead Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Springhead Elementary School a charter school?
No, Springhead Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Springhead Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Springhead Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Springhead Elementary School?
73.3% of students at Springhead 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
- 715
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (813) 757-9321
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #51 of 286
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