Serving 49 students in grades Kindergarten-5, The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy's student population of 49 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy is 0.52, 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
#3075 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
37%
Black
65%
21%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
22%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy's ranking?
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy is ranked #3075 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy often compared to?
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Tampa Heights Elementary Magnet, Lewis Elementary School, Pizzo K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy?
49 students attend The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy?
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy offer ?
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy part of?
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
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