Serving 1,511 students in grades 9-12, Middleton 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 25% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Middleton High School's student population of 1,511 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middleton 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 Middleton 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
#2823 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
47%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Middleton High School's ranking?
Middleton High School is ranked #2823 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middleton High School?
The graduation rate of Middleton High School is 86%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Middleton High School?
1,511 students attend Middleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Middleton High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middleton High School?
Middleton High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Middleton High School offer ?
Middleton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Middleton High School part of?
Middleton High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Middleton High School located?
Middleton High School is located in the Belmont Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Heights.
School Calendar
View the Middleton 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)
School Reviews
1 3/12/2020
The school removed at handling issues and the administration is terrible.
5 8/20/2012
The magnet program is awesome.one of the best in the whole country!!!
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