DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HILLSBOROUGH school district, located in APOLLO BEACH, FL with about 789 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 58 teachers, DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in the growing suburban community of Apollo Beach, Florida. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school operates under the jurisdiction of the Hillsborough County Public Schools district. It is designed to serve the residential families of the surrounding area, functioning as a key educational hub for the local community by providing a foundational academic experience aimed at preparing students for middle school and beyond.

The school emphasizes a standard elementary curriculum focused on core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating technology and extracurricular activities to foster holistic student development. As part of one of the largest school districts in the United States, Doby Elementary benefits from the resources and administrative support of Hillsborough County while maintaining a focus on the specific needs of the Apollo Beach population. Parents and community members typically engage with the school through active PTA involvement and various school-sponsored events throughout the academic year.

For more information, contact DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (813) 672-5388 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.