Serving 2,671 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hillsborough Virtual School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 2,671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillsborough Virtual School's student population of 2,671 students has grown by 694% over five school years.
The teacher population of 207 teachers has grown by 491% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
207 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hillsborough Virtual School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillsborough Virtual School is 0.76, 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
#623 out of 3655 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
31%
36%
Black
20%
21%
White
30%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
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 #623 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 74% 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 85%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hillsborough Virtual School?
2,671 students attend Hillsborough Virtual School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Hillsborough Virtual School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillsborough Virtual School?
Hillsborough Virtual School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
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
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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