Serving 1,025 students in grades 6-8, Benito Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,025 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benito Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Benito Middle School's student population of 1,025 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,025 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benito Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benito Middle School is 0.77, 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
#978 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
26%
21%
White
30%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benito Middle School's ranking?
Benito Middle School is ranked #978 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Benito Middle School often compared to?
Benito Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Benito Middle School?
1,025 students attend Benito Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Benito Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benito Middle School?
Benito Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Benito Middle School offer ?
Benito Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benito Middle School part of?
Benito Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Benito Middle 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)
School Reviews
5 1/17/2018
Great school administration is nice and very helpful to all the students,any problem the school has is fixed immediately. Great for any student that wants a education with great teachers in all grade level and great kids around them.
5 5/16/2017
This school is great! The band program is outstanding. I would recommend this school to anyone or any kid of any academic level.
2 2/25/2017
If your a sixth grader and Arab you might be called out or embarrassed by school administration and teachers don't care about the students like me
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