Serving 21 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Simmons Exceptional Center ranks in the top 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 higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simmons Exceptional Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Simmons Exceptional Center's student population of 21 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simmons Exceptional Center ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simmons Exceptional Center is 0.67, 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
#1586 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
24%
36%
Black
19%
21%
White
48%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simmons Exceptional Center's ranking?
Simmons Exceptional Center is ranked #1586 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simmons Exceptional Center?
The graduation rate of Simmons Exceptional Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Simmons Exceptional Center?
21 students attend Simmons Exceptional Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Simmons Exceptional Center students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simmons Exceptional Center?
Simmons Exceptional Center has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Simmons Exceptional Center offer ?
Simmons Exceptional Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Simmons Exceptional Center part of?
Simmons Exceptional Center is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Simmons Exceptional Center yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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