For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 896 students in 33618, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33618, FL are Carrollwood K-8 School and Dorothy Thomas Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 33618 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 33618, FL have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33618, FL Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carrollwood K-8 School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3516 Mcfarland Rd
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7640
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7640
Gr: PK-8 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Dorothy Thomas Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3215 Nundy Rd
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7355
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7355
Gr: K-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 33618, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 33618, FL include Carrollwood K-8 School and Dorothy Thomas Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in 33618?
2 public elementary schools are located in 33618.
What is the racial composition of students in 33618?
33618 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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