Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cannella Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cannella Elementary School's student population of 606 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cannella Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cannella Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1053 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
67%
37%
Black
10%
21%
White
16%
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
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cannella Elementary School's ranking?
Cannella Elementary School is ranked #1053 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Cannella Elementary School often compared to?
Cannella Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Essrig Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Cannella Elementary School?
606 students attend Cannella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cannella Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cannella Elementary School?
Cannella Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cannella Elementary School offer ?
Cannella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cannella Elementary School part of?
Cannella Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days*
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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