For the 2025 school year, there are 309 public schools serving 228,353 students in Hillsborough County, FL (there are , serving 30,857 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in Hillsborough County, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Hillsborough County, FL are Terrace Community Middle School, Roosevelt Elementary School and Bryant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hillsborough County, FL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Florida public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in Hillsborough County have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Hillsborough County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Terrace Community Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10735 Raulerson Ranch Road
Tampa, FL 33367
(813) 450-3518
Tampa, FL 33367
(813) 450-3518
Gr: 6-8 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Roosevelt Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3205 S Ferdinand Ave
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 272-3090
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 272-3090
Gr: PK-5 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13910 Nine Eagles Dr
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 356-1645
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 356-1645
Gr: PK-5 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Bevis Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5720 Osprey Ridge Dr
Lithia, FL 33547
(813) 740-4000
Lithia, FL 33547
(813) 740-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Mckitrick Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5503 W Lutz Lake Fern Rd
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 558-5427
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 558-5427
Gr: PK-5 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Mabry Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4201 W Estrella St
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 872-5364
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 872-5364
Gr: PK-5 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
Walker Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8282 N Mobley Rd
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 631-4726
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 631-4726
Gr: 6-8 | 1,007 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Lutz Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
17951 N Us Highway 41
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Lutz, FL 33549
(813) 428-7100
Gr: K-8 | 783 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #99.
Grady Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3910 W Morrison Ave
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 872-5325
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 872-5325
Gr: PK-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #1010.
Horizon Charter School Of Tampa
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7235 W Hillsborough Ave
Tampa, FL 33634
(813) 887-3800
Tampa, FL 33634
(813) 887-3800
Gr: K-8 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1111.
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16815 Dorman Rd
Lithia, FL 33547
(813) 651-2150
Lithia, FL 33547
(813) 651-2150
Gr: PK-5 | 1,017 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1212.
Stowers Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13915 Barrington Stowers Dr
Lithia, FL 33547
(813) 657-7431
Lithia, FL 33547
(813) 657-7431
Gr: PK-5 | 930 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Gorrie Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
705 W Deleon St
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 276-5673
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 276-5673
Gr: PK-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Williams Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5020 N 47th St
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 744-8600
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 744-8600
Gr: 6-8 | 847 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1515.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
205 S Bungalow Park Ave
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 872-5216
Tampa, FL 33609
(813) 872-5216
Gr: PK-5 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1616.
Chiles Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
16541 Tampa Palms Blvd W
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-5422
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-5422
Gr: PK-5 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1717.
Coleman Middle School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1724 S Manhattan Ave
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 872-5335
Tampa, FL 33629
(813) 872-5335
Gr: 6-8 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #1818.
Wilson Middle School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1005 W Swann Ave
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 276-5682
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 276-5682
Gr: 6-8 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #1919.
Martinez Middle School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5601 W Lutz Lake Fern Rd
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 558-1190
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 558-1190
Gr: 6-8 | 1,127 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #2020.
Randall Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
16510 Fishhawk Blvd
Lithia, FL 33547
(813) 740-3900
Lithia, FL 33547
(813) 740-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,361 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #2121.
Sunlake Academy Of Math And Sciences
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
18681 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Lutz, FL 33548
(813) 619-5099
Lutz, FL 33548
(813) 619-5099
Gr: K-8 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #2222.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
19002 Wood Sage Dr
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 631-4333
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 631-4333
Gr: PK-5 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #2323.
Hammond Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8008 N Mobley Rd
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 792-5120
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 792-5120
Gr: PK-5 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #2424.
Deer Park Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11605 Citrus Park Dr
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 854-6031
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 854-6031
Gr: PK-5 | 993 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #2525.
Macfarlane Park Elementary Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1721 N Macdill Ave
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 356-1760
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 356-1760
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #2626.
Pride Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10310 Lions Den Dr
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-5400
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 558-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 995 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #2727.
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1510 N Manhattan Ave
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 872-5212
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 872-5212
Gr: K-8 | 880 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #2828.
Hunter's Green Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9202 Highland Oak Dr
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 973-7394
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 973-7394
Gr: PK-5 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #2929.
Farnell Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13912 Nine Eagles Dr
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 356-1640
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 356-1640
Gr: 6-8 | 1,200 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #3030.
Northwest Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
16438 Hutchison Rd
Tampa, FL 33625
(813) 975-7315
Tampa, FL 33625
(813) 975-7315
Gr: PK-5 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #3131.
Schwarzkopf Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
18333 Calusa Trace Blvd
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 975-6945
Lutz, FL 33558
(813) 975-6945
Gr: PK-5 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #3232.
Westchase Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9517 W Linebaugh Ave
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 631-4600
Tampa, FL 33626
(813) 631-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 894 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #3333.
Ballast Point Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2802 W Ballast Point Blvd
Tampa, FL 33611
(813) 272-3070
Tampa, FL 33611
(813) 272-3070
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #3434.
Starkey Ranch K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12200 Lake Blanche Drive
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 794-2000
Odessa, FL 33556
(813) 794-2000
Gr: PK-8 | 2,040 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #3535.
Valrico Lake Advantage Academy
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13306 Boyette Rd
Riverview, FL 33569
(813) 699-5049
Riverview, FL 33569
(813) 699-5049
Gr: K-5 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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Hillsborough County 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4903 Ehrlich Rd
Tampa, FL 33624
(813) 264-2222
Tampa, FL 33624
(813) 264-2222
Gr: K-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Acts (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
11309 Tom Folsom Rd
Thonotosassa, FL 33592
(813) 651-2166
Thonotosassa, FL 33592
(813) 651-2166
Gr: 8-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
350 W Prosser Dr
Plant City, FL 33563
(813) 567-0801
Plant City, FL 33563
(813) 567-0801
Gr: 6-8 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Ami Kids Yes (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4337 Saffold Rd
Wimauma, FL 33598
(813) 671-5213
Wimauma, FL 33598
(813) 671-5213
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
3304 Sanchez St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 242-4138
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 242-4138
Gr: K-4 | 164 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Aparicio-levy Technical College (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
10119 E Ellicott St
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 740-4884
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 740-4884
9020 Imperial Oak Blvd
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 907-6801
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 907-6801
Gr: 6-8 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Bell Creek Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
13221 Boyette Rd
Riverview, FL 33569
(813) 793-6075
Riverview, FL 33569
(813) 793-6075
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
1407 Estelle St
Tampa, FL 33605
(813) 276-5412
Tampa, FL 33605
(813) 276-5412
Gr: 6-8 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Brewster Technical College (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
2222 N Tampa St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5448
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 276-5448
Bryan Alternative School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
2934 E Hillsborough Ave
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 276-5588
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 276-5588
Gr: 6-12 | 154 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Cahoon Elementary Magnet School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
2312 E Yukon St
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 975-7647
Tampa, FL 33604
(813) 975-7647
Gr: PK-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Catapult Academy (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
6213 E. Hillsborough Ave
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 280-8318
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 280-8318
Gr: 9-12 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
1029 E Twiggs St
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 579-9649
Gr: 6-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Childrens Services Child And Family Counseling Ser (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3215 Nundy Rd
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7355
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7355
Gr: 6-12
11602 N 15th St
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 971-5500
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 971-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Community Charter School Of Excellence (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1251 E Fowler Ave Ste A
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 971-5500
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 971-5500
Gr: K-8
5701 E Hillsborough Ave, Ste 2
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 744-8941
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 744-8941
Gr: PK
East County Alternative School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
2814 Airport Road
Plant City, FL 33563
(813) 707-7282
Plant City, FL 33563
(813) 707-7282
Gr: 4-10 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
East Tampa Academy (Closed 2024)
Charter School
4309 N 34th St
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 494-3017
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 494-3017
Gr: K-2 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
4701 E Hanna Avenue
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 620-0998
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 620-0998
Gr: K-5 | 190 students
Erwin Technical College (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
2010 E Hillsborough Ave
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 769-5180
Tampa, FL 33610
(813) 769-5180
Ese Birth Thru Age 5 (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
1202 E Palm Ave
Tampa, FL 33605
(813) 273-7520
Tampa, FL 33605
(813) 273-7520
Gr: PK | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Excel Charter School Hillsborough (Closed 2015)
Charter School
3627 W Waters Ave
Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 676-9505
Tampa, FL 33614
(813) 676-9505
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hillsborough County, FL?
The top ranked public schools in Hillsborough County, FL include Terrace Community Middle School, Roosevelt Elementary School and Bryant Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hillsborough County?
309 public schools are located in Hillsborough County.
What percentage of students in Hillsborough County go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in Hillsborough County are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hillsborough County?
Hillsborough County public schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Hillsborough County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Hillsborough County include: Marshall Middle Magnet School vs. Tomlin Middle School, Reddick Elementary School vs. Wimauma Elementary School, Mclane Middle School vs. Mann Middle School
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