Serving 860 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 87% (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 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Coleman Middle School serves the west part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles from the school.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Coleman Middle School's student population of 860 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
860 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coleman Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coleman Middle School is 0.52, 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
#190 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
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 #190 out of 3,662 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?
87% 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?
860 students attend Coleman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Coleman Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleman Middle School?
Coleman Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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.
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