Serving 973 students in grades 6-8, Memorial Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Middle School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Middle School's student population of 973 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
973 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Memorial Middle 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 Memorial Middle School is 0.46, 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
#2537 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
71%
38%
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Black
20%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
6%
34%
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Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Middle School is ranked #2537 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
973 students attend Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Memorial Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Memorial Middle School offer ?
Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial Middle School part of?
Memorial Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial Middle School located?
Memorial Middle School is located in the Old Seminole Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 7 other public schools located in Old Seminole Heights.
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