Serving 899 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hillsborough Virtual School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillsborough Virtual School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillsborough Virtual School's student population of 899 students has grown by 167% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillsborough Virtual School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsborough Virtual School is 0.72, 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
#1055 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
32%
37%
Black
18%
21%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillsborough Virtual School's ranking?
Hillsborough Virtual School is ranked #1055 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Hillsborough Virtual School often compared to?
Hillsborough Virtual Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Classical Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hillsborough Virtual School?
The graduation rate of Hillsborough Virtual School is 88%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hillsborough Virtual School?
899 students attend Hillsborough Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hillsborough Virtual School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsborough Virtual School?
Hillsborough Virtual School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hillsborough Virtual School offer ?
Hillsborough Virtual School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillsborough Virtual School part of?
Hillsborough Virtual School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Hillsborough Virtual School located?
Hillsborough Virtual School is located in the Tampa Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 7 other public schools located in Tampa Heights.
School Calendar
View the Hillsborough Virtual 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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