Serving 618 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Doby Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Doby Elementary School's student population of 618 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Doby Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doby Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1544 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
22%
21%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doby Elementary School's ranking?
Doby Elementary School is ranked #1544 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Doby Elementary School often compared to?
Doby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apollo Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Doby Elementary School?
618 students attend Doby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Doby Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Doby Elementary School?
Doby Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Doby Elementary School offer ?
Doby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Doby Elementary School part of?
Doby Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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