Chiaramonte Elementary School

Chiaramonte Elementary School is a public PK-5 school in Tampa, FL, serving 325 students within the Hillsborough County School District, where it sits as a middle-of-the-pack option in a neighborhood of extremes.

Chiaramonte’s performance has been inconsistent, with a recent decline from a 3-star ranking in 2023-2024 to a 2-star ranking for 2025-2026 (41st percentile). This places it well below nearby high-achieving schools like Grady Elementary School (99th percentile) and Mabry Elementary School (97th percentile), but above struggling neighbors like Westshore Elementary School (10th percentile). The school spends more per student ($13,753) than these top-performing peers, yet doesn’t achieve the same results, likely due to significant challenges. The most critical issue is chronic absenteeism, with a rate of 34.5%—far higher than Mabry’s 5.7% or Grady’s 9.3%, and more comparable to Westshore’s 33.5%. This means nearly one in three students is missing too much school, directly impacting learning and test scores. Additionally, 58.77% of students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, a factor that adds complexity but doesn’t tell the whole story, as Lanier Elementary School achieves better results (58th percentile) with a similar poverty rate.

Academically, Chiaramonte shows a notable strength in 3rd-grade math, with proficiency rates consistently 10-15 points above the district average (e.g., 71% in 2024-2025). However, performance varies widely by grade and subject, such as 4th-grade math dropping to just 46% (below the district’s 59%). This “yo-yo” effect suggests inconsistent instruction or cohort differences. For parents, the school offers a community-focused environment but faces real hurdles with attendance and academic stability. If you’re considering Chiaramonte, it’s worth asking about programs to address absenteeism and how the school supports students across all grade levels.