Serving 1,637 students in grades 9-12, Middleton High 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Middleton High School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Middleton High School's student population of 1,637 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,637 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middleton High 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 Middleton High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2741 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
46%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middleton High School's ranking?
Middleton High School is ranked #2741 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middleton High School?
The graduation rate of Middleton High School is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Middleton High School?
1,637 students attend Middleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Middleton High School students are Black, 22% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middleton High School?
Middleton High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Middleton High School offer ?
Middleton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middleton High School part of?
Middleton High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Middleton High School located?
Middleton High School is located in the Belmont Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Heights.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The magnet program is awesome.one of the best in the whole country!!!
1 10/10/2025
The school removed at handling issues and the administration is terrible.
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