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Thonotosassa Elementary School

Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH

10050 SKEWLEE RD, Thonotosassa, FL 33592

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#2,459 of 3,778

In Thonotosassa

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#158 of 286

HILLSBOROUGH

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Thonotosassa Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Thonotosassa · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Thonotosassa Elementary School

Thonotosassa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Thonotosassa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Thonotosassa Elementary School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Thonotosassa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,459 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Thonotosassa Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

58% of students at Thonotosassa 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,590
Chronic Absenteeism58.3%

Thonotosassa Elementary School — Students at Thonotosassa Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

80.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 39.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2013
ELA
42%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
56.9%
ELA
37.7%
2024
Math
45.3%
ELA
36.3%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Thonotosassa Elementary School Compares

See how Thonotosassa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in FL
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10050 SKEWLEE RD, Thonotosassa, FL 33592

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thonotosassa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DR. KIRAN C. PATEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Tampa), which scores notably higher. Another option is LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Seffner), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOLSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Thonotosassa, see our Thonotosassa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
FOLSOM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thonotosassa 0.9 mi 5.9
JENNINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seffner 2.0 mi 3.0
DR. KIRAN C. PATEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 2.3 mi 9.3
TERRACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa 2.3 mi 8.9
MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner 2.5 mi 4.2
DR KIRAN C PATEL HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 2.4 mi 6.2
NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC Seffner 2.7 mi 6.6
ARMWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Seffner 3.3 mi 5.5
HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL Seffner 3.5 mi 6.5
THE GODDARD SCHOOL FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVT Tampa 3.1 mi
BRANDON SUCCESS CENTER Seffner 3.4 mi 4.2
IVY GLOBAL SCHOOL Tampa 3.2 mi 2.6
BURNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Seffner 3.6 mi 2.8
LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner 4.1 mi 7.2
LEWIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Temple Terrace 3.7 mi 3.4
LOPEZ EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Seffner 4.2 mi 4.1
LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner 4.3 mi 7.2
GRECO MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Temple Terrace 3.9 mi 2.8
FLORIDA COLLEGE ACADEMY Temple Terrace 4.0 mi 5.3
FLORIDA CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Temple Terrace 4.1 mi 2.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33592 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,683

Median Home Value

$247,900

Median Rent

$1,134/mo

Population

11,931

College Educated

25.5%

Homeownership

60.6%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thonotosassa Elementary School

What grades does Thonotosassa Elementary School serve?

Thonotosassa Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Thonotosassa Elementary School?

Thonotosassa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thonotosassa Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thonotosassa Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thonotosassa Elementary School rank in FL?

Thonotosassa Elementary School ranks #2,459 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Thonotosassa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thonotosassa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Thonotosassa Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thonotosassa Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Thonotosassa Elementary School a charter school?

No, Thonotosassa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thonotosassa Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Thonotosassa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thonotosassa Elementary School?

80.9% of students at Thonotosassa 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hillsborough County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.3%

District

HILLSBOROUGH
District Enrollment
224,152
Schools in District
305
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,590
District Rank
#158 of 286

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