Coleman Middle School

1724 S Manhattan Ave
Tampa, FL 33629
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 988 students in grades 6-8, Coleman Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 988 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 10% in FL
  • : 84% (Top 5%)
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Coleman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

School Overview

Coleman Middle School's student population of 988 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
988 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
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School Rankings

Coleman Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coleman Middle School is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#257 out of 3704 schools
(Top 10%)
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84%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Coleman Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
75%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Coleman Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
76%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Coleman Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
5%
3%
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Hispanic
16%
37%
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Black
4%
21%
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White
69%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Coleman Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.50
This chart displays the diversity score of Coleman Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Coleman Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coleman Middle School's ranking?
Coleman Middle School is ranked #257 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Coleman Middle School often compared to?
Coleman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Coleman Middle School?
988 students attend Coleman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Coleman Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coleman Middle School?
Coleman Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Coleman Middle School offer ?
Coleman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Coleman Middle School part of?
Coleman Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Coleman Middle School located?
Coleman Middle School is located in the Culbreath Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in Culbreath Heights.

School Calendar

View the Coleman Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

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)

School Reviews

4   11/10/2023
Very good.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - mike hunt

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 988 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 31%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 84% (Top 5%)
  • : 75% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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