Deer Park Elementary School in Tampa, Florida on DonorsChoose

{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":true,"callToActionDisplayName":"Deer Park Elementary School","outOfStateSupporters":11.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":8937276,"projectId":9493135,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generosity, my students are using these new building materials during STEM centers, morning play time, and indoor recess to explore, create, and problem solve in a hands-on way. Our classroom feels more alive as students work together, share ideas, and try out different ways to build and design. They are strengthening fine motor skills and learning about balance and structure while discovering that it's okay to try, make mistakes, and try again.\r\n\r\nWhen the students first saw the materials, their excitement was instant. Smiles, happy chatter, and eager hands filled the room as they jumped right in and started building. Looking ahead, students will continue using these resources to support classroom lessons and tackle new challenges. Because of you, they are growing more confident, more curious, and more willing to take risks in their learning. Thank you for helping create a classroom where students feel inspired, supported, and excited to learn every day.","fullyFundedDate":1758295627897,"projectUrl":"project/stemtastic-creations-ahead/9493135/","projectTitle":"STEMtastic Creations Ahead","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Fernandez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp8937276_orig.jpg?crop=363,363,x0,y13&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1674504326504","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8937276"},{"teacherId":3026432,"projectId":9704641,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support in helping our classroom purchase student wobble stools. Your kindness has made a meaningful difference for my students and our learning environment.\r\n\r\nThe wobble stools provide students with flexible seating that allows them to move while they learn, helping improve focus, engagement, and comfort throughout the day. Many students—especially those who benefit from movement—are already showing increased attention and participation because of this resource.\r\n\r\nYour donation goes beyond furniture; it supports student success, inclusivity, and well-being. I am truly grateful for your investment in our classroom and in the children we serve.\r\n\r\nThank you again for your generosity and for believing in the importance of creating supportive learning spaces.","fullyFundedDate":1758819713428,"projectUrl":"project/flexibility-matters/9704641/","projectTitle":"Flexibility Matters","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Albritton","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3026432_orig.jpg?crop=4284,4284,x723,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1757945858168","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/3026432"}],"pageName":"schoolpage_31865","usesDonorsChoose":true,"infoPageType":"school","demographicsInfo":{"numStudents":957,"numTeachers":63,"percentFrplEligible":26,"percentAsian":22,"percentBlack":3,"percentWhite":44,"percentIndigenous":0,"percentLatinx":24,"showFreeAndReducedPriceLunchInfo":true,"showDemographicsInfo":true,"sourceTooltipString":"the National Center for Education Statistics","gradesServed":"Pre-K - 5","studentTeacherRatio":"15.2:1","demographicsDataSource":"MDR School","equityFocus":false,"titleOne":false,"metroType":"SUBURBAN","ncesMetroType":"SUBURB_LARGE"},"inStateSupporters":88.2,"schoolId":31865,"financialInfo":null,"twitterShareText":"Learn more about Deer Park Elementary School on @DonorsChoose:","schoolName":"Deer Park Elementary School","canonicalPageUrl":"schools/florida/hillsborough-county-public-school-district/deer-park-elementary-school/31865"}

About this school

Deer Park Elementary School is a suburban public school in Tampa, Florida that is part of Hillsborough County Public School District. It serves 957 students in grades Pre-K - 5 with a student/teacher ratio of 15.2:1. Its teachers have had 83 projects funded on DonorsChoose.

Public School

Grades Pre-K - 5

957 Students

63 Teachers

11605 Citrus Park Dr

Tampa, FL 33626 View local requests

http://www.deerpark.mysdhc.org

Direct, proactive support

Empower teachers at Deer Park Elementary School to request what their students need.

Give to this school

Ms. Vero, a DonorsChoose teacher for 9 years.

Kindergarten teacher at PS81 - Robert J. Christen School in Bronx, NY

Deer Park Elementary School Teachers on DonorsChoose

DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for public school teachers.

Every donation funds real needs — pencils, books, lab equipment, art supplies, and more — helping students learn and thrive. We ship supplies directly to the school, and you'll see exactly where each dollar goes.

See how DonorsChoose works

Deer Park Elementary School Demographics

26%

of students receive free or reduced price lunch

Source: the National Center for Education Statistics

49%

of students are Black, Latino, Native American, or Asian

Schools in districts that mainly serve students of color receive substantially less state and local support than similar districts that serve primarily White students. Learn more about this gap, why it exists, and how you can help close it.

Deer Park Elementary School Support on DonorsChoose Last updated Feb 19, 2026

DonorsChoose makes it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education.