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Mabry Elementary School
Grades PK–5 · Hillsborough County Public Schools · Tampa, FL
Rating
9/10
GreatSchools
Grades
PK–5
Enrollment
840
Student : Teacher
17:1
Founded
1949
Homes in the Mabry Elementary School zone
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“Mabry Elementary is a top-5% Florida public school in Culbreath Heights, South Tampa — a PK–5 campus that has earned an A school grade from Florida DOE and sits in the Coleman/Plant feeder chain that drives South Tampa home prices.”
Mabry sits in Culbreath Heights, one of South Tampa's established mid-century neighborhoods, and has served the area since 1949 — named for WWI combat balloon pilot Captain Dale Mabry, a Tampa native. The school consistently ranks in the top 5% statewide, and its position in the Coleman Middle → Plant High feeder chain is a primary driver of 33629 real estate premiums. South Tampa buyers often choose their home based on the school zone before they choose the house.
Academic programs
- Gifted & Talented program
- Strong core academics — 89% math proficiency, 84% reading proficiency (vs. 52% state average)
- Florida DOE A-rated school — consistent A-grade performance
- Top 5% statewide (#65 of 3,662 Florida elementary schools per PublicSchoolReview)
- Ranked 7th among 179 elementary schools in Hillsborough County
- Science proficiency in the 80-84% range (top tier)
How to enroll
Automatic enrollment via Hillsborough County Public Schools based on residential address. Confirm your specific address at hcps-boundary.org before making an offer — South Tampa zone lines follow neighborhood streets closely and some blocks near the Palma Ceia border split between Mabry and neighboring elementary zones.
What makes it stand out
Mabry's consistent A-grade performance since Florida DOE began publishing school ratings — combined with the Coleman → Plant feeder chain — is what drives a measurable premium in 33629 home prices. Math proficiency at 89% versus a 52% state average is not a blip; it reflects a school community that invests in academic expectations. The Gifted & Talented program gives advanced learners a structured track from elementary through high school.
Extracurriculars
- Gifted & Talented enrichment activities
- PTSA — active parent organization supporting school programs and community events
- Arts and music programs
- Physical education and outdoor learning
- After-school enrichment through community partners
Frequently asked about Mabry Elementary School
What neighborhoods are zoned for Mabry Elementary?
Mabry serves Culbreath Heights (where the school sits), Beach Park, Bon Air, and parts of Westshore Palms within ZIP code 33629. Some streets near Palma Ceia and Palma Ceia West fall on the boundary — an address on one side feeds Mabry and the other side may feed Grady or Mitchell Elementary. Address-specific zone confirmation is at hcps-boundary.org or by calling Hillsborough County Schools at (813) 272-4000.
How do I enroll my child at Mabry Elementary?
Mabry is a standard attendance-zone school — no application or lottery. If your address is within the Mabry zone, your child enrolls automatically. Bring proof of address, proof of age, and immunization records to the school's main office. Hillsborough County also offers a choice program for families seeking to transfer outside their zone, subject to capacity and eligibility requirements.
What is the median home price zoned for Mabry Elementary?
Homes in the Mabry zone sit in ZIP code 33629, one of Tampa's most expensive. Median sale prices in 33629 range from roughly $950K to $1.35M depending on the sub-neighborhood and the data source — Beach Park and Culbreath Heights tend to run $800K–$1.4M for single family, while Bon Air and Westshore Palms skew slightly lower. The Mabry → Coleman → Plant feeder chain is an explicitly documented driver of the 33629 premium: buyers pay for the school chain before they pay for the house.
Is Mabry Elementary a safe school?
Mabry has the standard Hillsborough County security posture — controlled campus access during the school day, visitor sign-in, and an active PTSA community. The surrounding 33629 area is among Tampa's lowest-crime ZIP codes, which contributes to the strong, stable school community and the attendance rates at Mabry (94% daily attendance, substantially higher than the 69% district average).
How does Mabry compare to Gorrie or Grady Elementary?
All three are South Tampa A-rated elementaries in 33629/33611 that feed the Plant High corridor. Gorrie (Hyde Park area) and Grady (Bayshore) both carry 10/10 GreatSchools ratings versus Mabry's 9/10, though all three outperform district and state averages by a wide margin. For buyers, it usually comes down to which specific streets fall in which zone — the academic difference between these schools is marginal compared to the location and home price differences between their attendance areas.
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