Serving 526 students in grades 6-8, Dowdell Middle Magnet 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 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dowdell Middle Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dowdell Middle Magnet School's student population of 526 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dowdell Middle Magnet 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 Dowdell Middle Magnet School is 0.60, 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
#3141 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
57%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dowdell Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School is ranked #3141 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
526 students attend Dowdell Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Dowdell Middle Magnet School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dowdell Middle Magnet School offer ?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dowdell Middle Magnet School part of?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Dowdell Middle Magnet School located?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School is located in the Greater Palm River Point CDC neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Greater Palm River Point CDC.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
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)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days*
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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