Serving 764 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valrico Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Valrico Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
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Valrico Elementary School's student population of 764 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
Valrico Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valrico Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#660 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
37%
37%
Black
9%
21%
White
45%
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
43%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Valrico Elementary School is ranked #660 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Valrico Elementary School often compared to?
Valrico Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckhorn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Valrico Elementary School?
764 students attend Valrico Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Valrico Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valrico Elementary School?
Valrico Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valrico Elementary School offer ?
Valrico Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valrico Elementary School part of?
Valrico Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Valrico Elementary School located?
Valrico Elementary School is located in the East County Civic Group neighborhood of Valrico, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in East County Civic Group.
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View the Valrico Elementary School below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
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