Serving 846 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science 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 56% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science's student population of 846 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
846 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science 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 Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science is 0.46, 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
#1190 out of 3704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
71%
37%
Black
4%
21%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science's ranking?
Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science is ranked #1190 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science often compared to?
Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Scienceis often viewed alongside schools like Horizon Charter School Of Tampa, Lowry Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science?
846 students attend Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science?
Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science offer ?
Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science part of?
Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science located?
Hillsborough Academy Of Math And Science is located in the Town N Country Alliance neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Town N Country Alliance.
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