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Best Ruskin Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,505 students in Ruskin, FL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ruskin, FL are Literacy Leadership Technology Academy South Bay, Thompson Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ruskin, FL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Florida public elementary school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ruskin have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Ruskin, FL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Literacy Leadership Technology Academy South Bay
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1090 30th Street Ne
Ruskin, FL 33570
(813) 234-0940
Gr: K-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Thompson Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2020 E Shell Point Rd
Ruskin, FL 33570
(813) 938-1203
Gr: PK-5 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Ruskin Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
101 E College Ave
Ruskin, FL 33570
(813) 671-5177
Gr: PK-5 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
South County Career Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2810 John Sherman Way
Ruskin, FL 33570
(813) 233-3335
Gr: PK-12 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Ruskin, Florida

Ruskin, Florida Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Lennard Adult & Community Center (Closed 2023)
2342 E Shell Point Rd
Ruskin, FL 33570
(813) 641-5611
Teen Parent South (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
2810 John Sherman Way
Ruskin, FL 33570
(813) 233-3335
Gr: PK-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Ruskin, FL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ruskin, FL include Literacy Leadership Technology Academy South Bay, Thompson Elementary School and Ruskin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ruskin?
4 public elementary schools are located in Ruskin.
What is the racial composition of students in Ruskin?
Ruskin public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public elementary schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Ruskin are often viewed compared to one another?

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