Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School is 0.74, 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
#235 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
36%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School is ranked #235 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roland Park K-8 Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School?
381 students attend Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School?
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School part of?
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School located?
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School is located in the Northeast MacFarlane neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Northeast MacFarlane.
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