Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Trapnell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trapnell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Trapnell Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Trapnell 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 Trapnell Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2266 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
67%
38%
Black
15%
21%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hillsborough School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trapnell Elementary School's ranking?
Trapnell Elementary School is ranked #2266 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Trapnell Elementary School often compared to?
Trapnell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springhead Elementary School, Walden Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Trapnell Elementary School?
421 students attend Trapnell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Trapnell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trapnell Elementary School?
Trapnell Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Trapnell Elementary School offer ?
Trapnell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trapnell Elementary School part of?
Trapnell Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Trapnell is an amazing school- very family-friendly.
5 10/10/2025
Nice school with qualified and friendly teachers. School also saw rating hike last few years.
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