Serving 946 students in grades 9-12, Winthrop College Prep 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 33% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winthrop College Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Winthrop College Prep Academy's student population of 946 students has grown by 125% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
946 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Winthrop College Prep Academy 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 Winthrop College Prep Academy is 0.72, 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
#2313 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
25%
21%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Winthrop College Prep Academy's ranking?
Winthrop College Prep Academy is ranked #2313 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Winthrop College Prep Academy often compared to?
Winthrop College Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bell Creek Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winthrop College Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Winthrop College Prep Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Winthrop College Prep Academy?
946 students attend Winthrop College Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Winthrop College Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winthrop College Prep Academy?
Winthrop College Prep Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Winthrop College Prep Academy offer ?
Winthrop College Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winthrop College Prep Academy part of?
Winthrop College Prep Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
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