Serving 880 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Roland Park K-8 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 79% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 66% 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-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roland Park K-8 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
School Overview
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School's student population of 880 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roland Park K-8 Magnet School is 0.75, 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
#318 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
34%
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
28%
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 Roland Park K-8 Magnet School's ranking?
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School is ranked #318 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Roland Park K-8 Magnet School often compared to?
Roland Park K-8 Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Roland Park K-8 Magnet School?
880 students attend Roland Park K-8 Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Roland Park K-8 Magnet School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roland Park K-8 Magnet School?
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Roland Park K-8 Magnet School offer ?
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roland Park K-8 Magnet School part of?
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Roland Park K-8 Magnet School located?
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School is located in the Carver City Lincoln Gardens neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Carver City Lincoln Gardens.
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