Needs Improvement
#3608 of 3,778 schools in FL
Wimauma Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
5709 HICKMAN ST, Wimauma, FL 33598
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,608 of 3,778
In Wimauma
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#259 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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Wimauma Elementary School
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About Wimauma Elementary School
Wimauma Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wimauma, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Wimauma Elementary School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wimauma Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,608 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Wimauma Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Wimauma 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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Wimauma Elementary School — Students at Wimauma Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.2%
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: 2.0/10.
How Wimauma Elementary School Compares
See how Wimauma 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
5709 HICKMAN ST, Wimauma, FL 33598
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wimauma Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RCMA WIMAUMA COMMUNITY ACADEMY (rated 9.2/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Apollo Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY (rated 7.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Ruskin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wimauma, see our Wimauma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33598 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,649
Median Home Value
$352,800
Median Rent
$1,279/mo
Population
29,119
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
86.6%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
35.8
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| DEERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kissimmee, FL | 3.5 |
| ANCLOTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Port Richey, FL | 3.4 |
| BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY OF POLK Miami, FL | 3.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wimauma Elementary School
What grades does Wimauma Elementary School serve?
Wimauma Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wimauma Elementary School?
Wimauma Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wimauma Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wimauma Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wimauma Elementary School rank in FL?
Wimauma Elementary School ranks #3,608 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Wimauma Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wimauma Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Wimauma Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wimauma Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wimauma Elementary School a charter school?
No, Wimauma Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wimauma Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Wimauma Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wimauma Elementary School?
80.2% of students at Wimauma 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 546
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (813) 671-5159
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #259 of 286
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