Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gibsonton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gibsonton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Gibsonton Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gibsonton 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 Gibsonton Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#2132 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
58%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Gibsonton Elementary School's ranking?
Gibsonton Elementary School is ranked #2132 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Gibsonton Elementary School often compared to?
Gibsonton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corr Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Gibsonton Elementary School?
508 students attend Gibsonton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Gibsonton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gibsonton Elementary School?
Gibsonton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gibsonton Elementary School offer ?
Gibsonton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gibsonton Elementary School part of?
Gibsonton Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Gibsonton Elementary School located?
Gibsonton Elementary School is located in the Concerned Citizens of Gibsonton Area neighborhood of Gibsonton, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Concerned Citizens of Gibsonton Area.
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