Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 293 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
Minority Enrollment: 99%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30% in FL
Math Proficiency
: 65-69% (Top 30%)
Reading Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School is 0.51, 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.
What is Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School is ranked #1010 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School?
293 students attend Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School students are Black, 47% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School?
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School offer ?
Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/skyway Elementary School part of?
Great school with friendly staff. They have many activities for all types of students. With the new principal there things are great.
- Posted by Parent - Daisy
56/11/2021
It's is an absolutely pleasure being a part of such a caring, dedicated, and knowledgeable group of teachers!! The community of parents and students makes each day a day great to come to work!
- Posted by Teacher - Ms B. Woods
56/11/2021
I have been at this school for 30 years. It is a great school. It has clubs, numerous activities, wonderful teachers that are very caring and helpful, and awesome administration. We are constantly working to improve student performance throughout the year. Communication is great using the class dojo platform! Students really enjoy learning through. differentiated instruction.
- Posted by Teacher - Maria Milstein
56/11/2021
Skyway is a wonderful school. Students are encouraged to give their maximum potential in every subject they take. Teachers use different learning styles in order to meet their students' needs. The schools also offer different extracurricular activities that enrich students' experiences in their lives. There is a free after care program sponsored by the Children''s Trust/Children''s Museum of Science.
- Posted by Teacher - Mrs. Mercado
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 293 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
Minority Enrollment: 99%
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 30%
Math Proficiency
: 65-69% (Top 30%)
Reading Proficiency
: 55-59% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
