Serving 800 students in grades 6-8, Stewart 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 47% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stewart Middle Magnet School's student population of 800 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stewart 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 Stewart Middle Magnet School is 0.67, 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
#2054 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
41%
21%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stewart Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Stewart Middle Magnet School is ranked #2054 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Stewart Middle Magnet School?
800 students attend Stewart Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Stewart Middle Magnet School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stewart Middle Magnet School?
Stewart Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Stewart Middle Magnet School offer ?
Stewart Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stewart Middle Magnet School part of?
Stewart Middle Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Stewart Middle Magnet School located?
Stewart Middle Magnet School is located in the Northwest Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Northwest Tampa.
School Calendar
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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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