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Dorothy Thomas Center

3215 Nundy Rd
Tampa, FL 33618
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Bottom 50%
Serving 39 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Dorothy Thomas Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 39 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Dorothy Thomas Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Dorothy Thomas Center's student population of 39 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Dorothy Thomas Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dorothy Thomas Center is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3575 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤10%
52%
≤20%
52%
(20-21)
21-39%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
36%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dorothy Thomas Center's ranking?
Dorothy Thomas Center is ranked #3575 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dorothy Thomas Center often compared to?
Dorothy Thomas Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Willis Peters Exceptional Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dorothy Thomas Center?
The graduation rate of Dorothy Thomas Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Dorothy Thomas Center?
39 students attend Dorothy Thomas Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dorothy Thomas Center students are Black, 31% of students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dorothy Thomas Center?
Dorothy Thomas Center has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dorothy Thomas Center offer ?
Dorothy Thomas Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dorothy Thomas Center part of?
Dorothy Thomas Center is part of Hillsborough School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 39 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : 21-39% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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