Serving 220 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School ranks in the top 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 ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School's student population of 220 students has grown by 1000% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1774 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
69%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School's ranking?
Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School is ranked #1774 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School?
220 students attend Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School?
Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School offer ?
Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School part of?
Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School located?
Slam Academy Tampa Elementary School is located in the Citrus Park Community neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Citrus Park Community.
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