Waterset Charter School 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 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
1,164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waterset Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1223 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
19%
21%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waterset Charter School's ranking?
Waterset Charter School is ranked #1223 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Waterset Charter School often compared to?
Waterset Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Waterset Charter School?
1,164 students attend Waterset Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Waterset Charter School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Waterset Charter School offer ?
Waterset Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waterset Charter School part of?
Waterset Charter School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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