Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Tinker K-8 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 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tinker K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Tinker K-8 School's student population of 560 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tinker K-8 School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tinker K-8 School is 0.64, 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
#471 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
38%
Black
12%
21%
White
55%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tinker K-8 School's ranking?
Tinker K-8 School is ranked #471 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tinker K-8 School often compared to?
Tinker K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coleman Middle School, Rampello K-8 Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tinker K-8 School?
560 students attend Tinker K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Tinker K-8 School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tinker K-8 School?
Tinker K-8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tinker K-8 School offer ?
Tinker K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tinker K-8 School part of?
Tinker K-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am in the 7th grade and I have gone to this school from K-3rd grade.....it is a very good school and very well maintained.
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