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Graham Elementary School
Grades PK–5 · Hillsborough County Public Schools · Tampa, FL
Rating
3/10
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Grades
PK–5
Enrollment
198
Student : Teacher
12:1
Founded
1922
Homes in the Graham Elementary School zone
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“Graham Elementary is a Hillsborough County public PK-5 school in Tampa's Old Seminole Heights corridor — one of the city's most active markets for historic bungalow buyers, with homes in the attendance zone typically selling in the high $400s.”
Named for Benjamin Chalmers Graham and opened in 1922, Graham Elementary is one of Tampa's oldest continuously operating schools, sitting at the heart of the Old Seminole Heights neighborhood that has seen steady buyer interest from young professionals and families drawn to its walkable streets and bungalow stock. The school is small by Hillsborough standards — under 200 students — which keeps class sizes low and allows teachers to know every kid by name. Feeder pattern runs to Memorial Middle School and Hillsborough High School.
Academic programs
- Gifted & Talented program
- Title I academic support services
- Small-group enrichment: reading and math intervention tracks
- PK early childhood program
How to enroll
Automatic via Hillsborough County Public Schools based on address. Graham Elementary is a zoned neighborhood school — if your address falls within the attendance boundary, enrollment is straightforward through HCPS. Verify your specific address at hillsboroughschools.org before making an offer.
What makes it stand out
Graham's biggest differentiator is size and history. With under 200 students and a 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio, it operates more like a large private school in terms of teacher attention — a contrast to the 500-700 student elementaries common elsewhere in Hillsborough. The 1922 campus also puts it among Tampa's most historic school buildings still in active use.
Extracurriculars
- After-school programs (district-coordinated)
- Art and music classes (K-5)
- Physical education
- Title I tutoring and enrichment sessions
Frequently asked about Graham Elementary School
What neighborhoods are zoned for Graham Elementary?
Graham Elementary's attendance zone covers Old Seminole Heights and portions of Tampa Heights and Riverside Heights along the North Massachusetts Ave and adjacent blocks corridor. For an address-specific confirmation, use the HCPS School Locator at hillsboroughschools.org — zone boundaries can shift with annual redistricting, so verify before making an offer on any home.
How do I enroll my child at Graham Elementary?
Graham is a zoned neighborhood school — no application or lottery required. If your address falls within the attendance boundary, contact the school at (813) 276-5408 or visit HCPS.net to complete enrollment paperwork. You'll need proof of residency, immunization records, and prior school records. Open enrollment for the following year typically starts in spring.
What's the median home price near Graham Elementary?
Homes in the Graham Elementary zone sit mostly in Old Seminole Heights and adjacent Tampa Heights blocks — a market that has run $440K-$470K median for single-family bungalows in recent months. The zone skews toward 1920s-1940s craftsman bungalows on smaller lots, with the occasional larger renovated home pushing higher. For current zone-filtered inventory, ask Ben for a custom list.
Is Graham Elementary a safe school?
Graham follows standard HCPS safety protocols: controlled building access during school hours, visitor sign-in, and district-standard security procedures. Old Seminole Heights as a neighborhood has seen significant investment over the past decade — an urban walkable area with an active neighborhood association (OSHNA) that has pushed for safety improvements. The school's small size (under 200 students) means staff know every family personally.
How does Graham compare to nearby Tampa Heights Elementary Magnet?
Tampa Heights Elementary Magnet and Graham are both small Hillsborough schools in overlapping geography, but they serve different functions. Tampa Heights Magnet accepts applicants district-wide through a choice process. Graham is a zoned neighborhood school with no application required. For buyers specifically prioritizing school performance metrics, both schools operate in a similar range on state assessments; the magnet's structured program can be an advantage for families who seek it out.
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