Serving 536 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clair-mel 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 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clair-mel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clair-mel Elementary School's student population of 536 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 59% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Clair-mel 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 Clair-mel Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#2864 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
36:1
17:1
Hispanic
68%
38%
Black
24%
21%
White
7%
34%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clair-mel Elementary School's ranking?
Clair-mel Elementary School is ranked #2864 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Clair-mel Elementary School often compared to?
Clair-mel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Clair-mel Elementary School?
536 students attend Clair-mel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Clair-mel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clair-mel Elementary School?
Clair-mel Elementary School has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clair-mel Elementary School offer ?
Clair-mel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clair-mel Elementary School part of?
Clair-mel Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Clair-mel Elementary School located?
Clair-mel Elementary School is located in the Greater Palm River Point CDC neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Greater Palm River Point CDC.
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