Below Average
#3368 of 3,778 schools in FL
Witter Elementary School
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
10801 N 22ND ST, Tampa, FL 33612
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,368 of 3,778
In Tampa
#137 of 161
public schools
In district
#237 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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Witter Elementary School
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About Witter Elementary School
Witter Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Witter Elementary School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Witter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,368 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Witter Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Witter 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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Witter Elementary School — Students at Witter Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78%
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: 4.2/10.
How Witter Elementary School Compares
See how Witter 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
10801 N 22ND ST, Tampa, FL 33612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Witter Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DR CARTER G WOODSON K-8 SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL Tampa | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH Tampa | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY Tampa | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| NEW SPRINGS SCHOOLS Tampa | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| THE WAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| DR CARTER G WOODSON K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| IDEA VICTORY Tampa | 1.3 mi | — |
| BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| SULPHUR SPRINGS K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| BUILDING CONSTRUCTION ACADEMY AT BOWERS WHITLEY Tampa | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS Tampa | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| KIMBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| PIZZO K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 2.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| CANOPY OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tallahassee, FL | 4.1 |
| COLONIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Myers, FL | 4.1 |
| CORAL REEF MONTESSORI ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Cutler Bay, FL | 4.1 |
| DICKENSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa, FL | 4.1 |
| DIXIELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakeland, FL | 4.1 |
| FESSENDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ocala, FL | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Witter Elementary School
What grades does Witter Elementary School serve?
Witter Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Witter Elementary School?
Witter Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Witter Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Witter Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Witter Elementary School rank in FL?
Witter Elementary School ranks #3,368 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Witter Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Witter Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Witter Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Witter Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Witter Elementary School a charter school?
No, Witter Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Witter Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Witter Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Witter Elementary School?
78.0% of students at Witter 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
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.7%
- Phone
- (813) 975-7383
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #237 of 286
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