Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lewis 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 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Lewis 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 Lewis Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#2820 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
30%
37%
Black
40%
21%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis Elementary School is ranked #2820 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Lewis Elementary School often compared to?
Lewis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pizzo K-8 School, Riverhills Elementary Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Lewis Elementary School?
535 students attend Lewis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Lewis Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis Elementary School?
Lewis Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lewis Elementary School offer ?
Lewis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis Elementary School part of?
Lewis Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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