Serving 459 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
459 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough ranks within the top 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1623 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
52%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%

Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
72%
37%

Black
7%
21%

White
17%
35%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
47%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Volley Ball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
4-H, Board Game Club, Book Club, Harry Potter Book Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Guitar Club
4-H, Board Game Club, Book Club, Harry Potter Book Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Club, Guitar Club
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Advantage Academy of Hillsborough is a tuition free public charter school serving the greater Plant City area for Kindergarten through Middle Schoolers. We offer STEM based Cambridge curriculum. Extracurricular activities including 4H, mucis, art and athletics along with a before and afterschool program.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough's ranking?
Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough is ranked #1623 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough often compared to?
Advantage Academy Of Hillsboroughis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough?
459 students attend Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough?
Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough offer ?
Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough part of?
Advantage Academy Of Hillsborough is part of Hillsborough School District.
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