MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HILLSBOROUGH school district, located in TAMPA, FL with about 621 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 49 teachers, MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Seminole Heights neighborhood of Tampa, Florida, is a public school operating under the Hillsborough County Public Schools district. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic curriculum that aligns with state standards, aiming to prepare elementary-aged children for success in middle school and beyond. As part of a large urban district, the school works to integrate essential reading, mathematics, and science instruction while fostering a supportive learning environment for a diverse student population.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Mendenhall Elementary emphasizes the importance of community engagement and parent involvement to enhance the educational experience of its students. The school functions as a local hub for families in the 33603 area, utilizing resources from the broader Hillsborough County school system to provide technology, extracurricular activities, and support services. Families looking for specific information regarding school performance, enrollment procedures, or academic calendars are encouraged to visit the official Hillsborough County Public Schools website at [sdhc.k12.fl.us](http://www.sdhc.k12.fl.us/).

For more information, contact MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (813) 872-5221 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.