Serving 1,565 students in grades 9-12, Middleton High 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,565 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middleton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Middleton High School's student population of 1,565 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Middleton High 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 Middleton High School is 0.71, 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
#2741 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
19%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
46%
21%
White
11%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
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 Middleton High School's ranking?
Middleton High School is ranked #2741 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Middleton High School?
The graduation rate of Middleton High School is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Middleton High School?
1,565 students attend Middleton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Middleton High School students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middleton High School?
Middleton High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Middleton High School offer ?
Middleton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middleton High School part of?
Middleton High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Middleton High School located?
Middleton High School is located in the Belmont Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont Heights.
School Reviews
1 3/12/2020
The school removed at handling issues and the administration is terrible.
5 8/20/2012
The magnet program is awesome.one of the best in the whole country!!!
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