Summary:
Clair-Mel Elementary School is a public elementary school serving 439 students in grades PK-5 in Tampa, Florida, which is part of the Hillsborough School District. The school faces significant challenges, including consistently high chronic absenteeism rates, low test scores, and a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population.
Clair-Mel Elementary's test scores are consistently lower than the Hillsborough district and Florida state averages across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 2022-2023, only 27% of 5th graders were proficient in science, compared to 47% in the district and 51% statewide. The school has also maintained a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, the lowest possible rating, and has consistently ranked in the bottom 20% of Florida elementary schools. Interestingly, the nearby schools in the Hillsborough district, such as Desoto Elementary, Bridgeprep Academy of Riverview, and Oak Park Elementary, also struggle with similar challenges, suggesting that the issues faced by Clair-Mel Elementary are not unique and may be indicative of broader systemic issues within the district.
Another notable finding is that Clair-Mel Elementary's spending per student has ranged from $9,690 to $11,215 in recent years, which is on the lower end compared to the nearby schools. This may be a contributing factor to the school's challenges, as adequate funding is often crucial for providing the necessary resources and support for students. Additionally, the school has seen a slight decrease in the percentage of White and African American students, while the percentage of Hispanic students has increased, which may be an important factor to consider when analyzing the school's performance and identifying potential areas for improvement.
Detail:
Public PK, KG-5
District:
Hillsborough
SchoolDigger Rank:
1879th of 2,242 Florida Elementary Schools
Per Pupil Expenditures: $10,605
Students who attend Clair-Mel Elementary School usually attend:
Student/teacher ratio: 17.5
Number of students: 439
Racial breakdown:
Hispanic:
59.9%
African American:
27.1%
White:
7.1%
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Two or more races:
4.6%
Asian:
0.7%
American Indian:
0.5%
Pacific Islander:
0.2%
Free/discounted lunch recipients: 82%
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