Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ippolito Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ippolito Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ippolito Elementary School's student population of 456 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ippolito Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ippolito Elementary School is 0.67, which is less 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
#3353 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
43%
21%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Ippolito Elementary School's ranking?
Ippolito Elementary School is ranked #3353 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ippolito Elementary School often compared to?
Ippolito Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Elementary School, Cimino Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ippolito Elementary School?
456 students attend Ippolito Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ippolito Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ippolito Elementary School?
Ippolito Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ippolito Elementary School offer ?
Ippolito Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ippolito Elementary School part of?
Ippolito Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
4 9/15/2023
I love the school.
4 4/16/2018
Love the school. The principal is the best.
5 8/2/2017
Great been there since first grade
5 10/30/2008
My children have attended this school for 5 years all together and even though we have moved one of them is still here because of choice and the quality of the teaching.
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