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6.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Brandon, Florida

14 schools · 9 Elementary · 3 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other

Public: 10
Private: 4
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.1/10
Estimated Scores: 29%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.1/10

29% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$74,220

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$299,750

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
30%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
27 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
59%

Of occupied housing units

How Brandon compares

Florida rank

#188 of 280

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.2

below Florida avg (6.4)

Median household income

$74k

99% of Florida median

Schools in this city

14

About Schools in Brandon, Florida

Brandon, Florida is home to 14 schools, including 10 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Brandon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Brandon is Immanuel Lutheran School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Brandon is served by 1 school district: HILLSBOROUGH. These districts collectively serve 224,152 students.

Brandon's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,220. The poverty rate in the area is 12.8%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (14) Elementary (9) Middle (3) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (14) Public (10) Private (4)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (14) Academics (14) Growth (10) Diversity (10) Resources (10)
Filter by ZIP: 33510 (7) 33511 (7)

Elementary Schools

9 schools
# School Rating
1
BROOKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
759 students · Pre-K–5th 		8.2
2
LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
559 students · Pre-K–5th 		7.1
3
SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
540 students · Pre-K–5th 		6.2
4
MINTZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
767 students · Pre-K–5th 		5.6
5
YATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
620 students · Pre-K–5th 		5.1
6
KINGSWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
455 students · Pre-K–5th 		4.4
Private Schools 3 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private
189 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
2
FIRST BAPTIST BRANDON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Private
111 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
3
NATIVITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private
477 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1
BURNS MIDDLE SCHOOL
1,192 students · 6th–8th 		5.5
2
MCLANE MIDDLE SCHOOL
652 students · 6th–8th 		5.3
3
MANN MIDDLE SCHOOL
729 students · 6th–8th 		4.2

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL
1,588 students · 9th–12th 		5.0

Other Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Private
35 students · Kindergarten–9th 		Not Rated

Schools in Brandon

Brandon, Florida · 14 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$74,220

Median Home Value

$299,750

Median Rent

$1,525/mo

Population

90,984

College Educated

30%

Homeownership

59%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Community Profile

Brandon has a median household income of $74,220. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $299,750, with a median rent of $1,525/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.8%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Florida
Total Schools
14
Elementary
9
Middle
3
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.1/10

Resources

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School District

HILLSBOROUGH

305 schools · 224,152 students

Nearby Cities

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Other Major Cities in Florida

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Brandon, Florida

How many schools are in Brandon, Florida?

Brandon has 14 schools, including 10 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Brandon, Florida?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Brandon is 6.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Brandon, Florida?

The top-ranked school in Brandon on MySchoolScout is Immanuel Lutheran School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Brandon, Florida?

The top-ranked elementary school in Brandon on MySchoolScout is Immanuel Lutheran School with a composite score of 8.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Brandon, Florida?

The top-ranked middle school in Brandon on MySchoolScout is Burns Middle School with a composite score of 5.5/10.

What is the best high school in Brandon, Florida?

The top-ranked high school in Brandon on MySchoolScout is Brandon High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.

How many school districts serve Brandon, Florida?

Brandon is served by 1 school district: Hillsborough.

What is the education level in Brandon, Florida?

According to Census data, 30% of adults in Brandon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Brandon, Florida?

The median household income in Brandon is approximately $74,220 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Brandon, Florida?

Yes, Brandon has 4 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Immanuel Lutheran School with a score of 8.4/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Brandon, Florida?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Brandon is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Brandon, Florida?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Florida Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.