Serving 790 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ruskin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruskin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ruskin Elementary School's student population of 790 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ruskin 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 Ruskin Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#3445 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
62%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruskin Elementary School's ranking?
Ruskin Elementary School is ranked #3445 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Ruskin Elementary School often compared to?
Ruskin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thompson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Ruskin Elementary School?
790 students attend Ruskin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ruskin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruskin Elementary School?
Ruskin Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ruskin Elementary School offer ?
Ruskin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ruskin Elementary School part of?
Ruskin Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
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5 10/10/2025
My daughter is in kindergarden at Ruskin Elementary and I have had not one problem. The teachers and staff are all interested in the childrens well being and also are not afraid to speak with parents either on a friendly basis or an academic basis. I feel I made the right choice by sending her here rather than the two other schools I had in mind.
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