Serving 657 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 37% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dowdell Middle Magnet School serves the southwest part of Tampa, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dowdell Middle Magnet School's student population of 657 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dowdell Middle Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dowdell Middle Magnet School is 0.60, 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
#2943 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)43.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Dowdell Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School is ranked #2943 out of 3,662 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
657 students attend Dowdell Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Dowdell Middle Magnet School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dowdell Middle Magnet School offer ?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
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.
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