Serving 552 students in grades 6-8, Dowdell 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 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dowdell Middle Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dowdell Middle Magnet School's student population of 552 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dowdell Middle Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dowdell Middle Magnet School is 0.63, 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
#3282 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
52%
36%
Black
27%
21%
White
17%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
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 Dowdell Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School is ranked #3282 out of 3,655 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
552 students attend Dowdell Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dowdell Middle Magnet School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dowdell Middle Magnet School offer ?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dowdell Middle Magnet School part of?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Dowdell Middle Magnet School located?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School is located in the Greater Palm River Point CDC neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Greater Palm River Point CDC.
School Calendar
View the Dowdell Middle Magnet School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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