From Marion Rodgers Middle Magnet School- Cambridge International School, "Rodgers Stingrays are "Rays-ing" the standard of excellence for students in Riverview's serene Bell Creek Nature Preserve. High school credit courses and opportunities like LEGO Robotics Club, Math League and National Junior Honor Society allow student growth. Implemented in the 2020-2021 school year, our Cambridge Program is designed for academically talented middle school students. One-of-a-kind 3D Stingrays program helps students become stronger individuals by building leadership skills and supporting positive behaviors.Electives, such as Band, Orchestra and AVID College Readiness, give students an opportunity to broaden horizons. Passionate parent involvement supports our students and staff through our nationally recognized PTSA."
Serving 900 students in grades 6-8, Rodgers Middle Magnet 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 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: 900 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rodgers Middle School serves the southern part of Riverview, FL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 17 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 5.5 miles to the farthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rodgers Middle Magnet School's student population of 900 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rodgers 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 Rodgers Middle Magnet School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2178 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Rodgers Middle Magnet School's ranking?
Rodgers Middle Magnet School is ranked #2178 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Rodgers Middle Magnet School often compared to?
Rodgers Middle Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barrington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Rodgers Middle Magnet School?
900 students attend Rodgers Middle Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Rodgers Middle Magnet School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rodgers Middle Magnet School?
Rodgers Middle Magnet School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rodgers Middle Magnet School offer ?
Rodgers Middle Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rodgers Middle Magnet School part of?
Rodgers Middle Magnet School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Rodgers Middle Magnet School located?
Rodgers Middle Magnet School is located in the Boyette neighborhood of Riverview, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Boyette.
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