Northwest Elementary School

16438 Hutchison Rd
Tampa, FL 33625
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northwest Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 658 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 10% in FL
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northwest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Northwest Elementary School's student population of 658 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers

School Rankings

Northwest Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwest Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#334 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
78%
52%
75%
52%
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
43%
38%
Black
3%
21%
White
43%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Northwest Elementary School's ranking?
Northwest Elementary School is ranked #334 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Northwest Elementary School often compared to?
Northwest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Citrus Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Northwest Elementary School?
658 students attend Northwest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Northwest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwest Elementary School?
Northwest Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northwest Elementary School offer ?
Northwest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwest Elementary School part of?
Northwest Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 658 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 78% (Top 10%)
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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