Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, Terrace Community Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terrace Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Terrace Community Middle School's student population of 659 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Terrace Community Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terrace Community Middle School is 0.74, 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
#21 out of 3704 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
40%
3%
Hispanic
14%
37%
Black
13%
21%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrace Community Middle School's ranking?
Terrace Community Middle School is ranked #21 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Terrace Community Middle School?
659 students attend Terrace Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Terrace Community Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terrace Community Middle School?
Terrace Community Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Terrace Community Middle School offer ?
Terrace Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Terrace Community Middle School part of?
Terrace Community Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Terrace Community Middle School located?
Terrace Community Middle School is located in the Greater Thonotosassa neighborhood of Thonotosassa, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Greater Thonotosassa.
School Reviews
4 11/24/2017
This school is great and taught me so much already!
2 11/28/2014
I wnet there abot 3 years ago and the school wasn't very good. I heard they got their 2nd blue ribbon, but that still doesn't make up for how bad the school is.
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