Serving 1,521 students in grades 6-8, Tomlin Middle 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 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tomlin Middle School's student population of 1,521 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tomlin Middle School 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 Tomlin Middle School is 0.58, 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
#2239 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
54%
36%
Black
7%
21%
White
36%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tomlin Middle School's ranking?
Tomlin Middle School is ranked #2239 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tomlin Middle School often compared to?
Tomlin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Middle Magnet School, Turkey Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Tomlin Middle School?
1,521 students attend Tomlin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Tomlin Middle School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tomlin Middle School?
Tomlin Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tomlin Middle School offer ?
Tomlin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tomlin Middle School part of?
Tomlin Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Tomlin Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
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)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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