Serving 1,560 students in grades 9-12, Brandon High School 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Brandon High School's student population of 1,560 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brandon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon High School 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3133 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon High School's ranking?
Brandon High School is ranked #3133 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Brandon High School often compared to?
Brandon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bloomingdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandon High School?
The graduation rate of Brandon High School is 87%, which is equal to the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brandon High School?
1,560 students attend Brandon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Brandon High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandon High School?
Brandon High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brandon High School offer ?
Brandon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Brandon High School part of?
Brandon High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Brandon High School located?
Brandon High School is located in the Limona Improvement neighborhood of Brandon, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Limona Improvement.
School Calendar
View the Brandon High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
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