Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pinecrest 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 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pinecrest Elementary School's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#3049 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
63%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 Pinecrest Elementary School's ranking?
Pinecrest Elementary School is ranked #3049 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Pinecrest Elementary School often compared to?
Pinecrest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fishhawk Creek Elementary School, Lithia Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Elementary School?
579 students attend Pinecrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Pinecrest Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinecrest Elementary School?
Pinecrest Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Elementary School offer ?
Pinecrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinecrest Elementary School part of?
Pinecrest Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
1 6/9/2020
The best thing that ever walked the hallways of this school was treated badly by the principal and a few other people. She worked hard and loved the kids like no other. When she left, a grey cloud formed over the school. The kids loved her. Everything possible should have been figured out so she would stay. Instead, they let her leave the heart of the school. It will never be the same without her. The BEST counselor ever! We loved you!
1 3/23/2020
Office staff rude, the principal is totally inept, library leader yells at the kids when they go to get a book and the kids look sad. The school is dirty everywhere you look especially in the hallways. Teachers wear whatever they want and treat the kids like they are a huge bother. This is the first year I have noticed this seems no the best part is PE the coach likes the kids.
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