Very Good
#1309 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 35% in state
Advantage Academy of Hillsborough
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
304 W PROSSER DR, Plant City, FL 33563
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,309 of 3,778
In Plant City
#6 of 18
public schools
In district
#87 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Advantage Academy of Hillsborough
Elementary School in Plant City · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Advantage Academy of Hillsborough
Advantage Academy of Hillsborough is a public elementary school in Plant City, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Advantage Academy of Hillsborough serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Advantage Academy of Hillsborough has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,309 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Advantage Academy of Hillsborough show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Advantage Academy of Hillsborough is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Advantage Academy of Hillsborough — Students at Advantage Academy of Hillsborough score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 39 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Advantage Academy of Hillsborough Compares
See how Advantage Academy of Hillsborough performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
304 W PROSSER DR, Plant City, FL 33563
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Advantage Academy of Hillsborough may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SPRINGHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TRAPNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plant City, see our Plant City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BURNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| SIMMONS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Plant City | 0.7 mi | — |
| SIMMONS CAREER CENTER Plant City | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| PLANT CITY HIGH SCHOOL Plant City | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Plant City | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| JACKSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Plant City | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF PLANT CITY Plant City | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ALMEGA PREPARATORY ACADEMY Plant City | 1.8 mi | — |
| WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| TOMLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plant City | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| TRAPNELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| WALDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 3.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PACE PRIVATE SCHOOL SYSTEM Plant City | 3.7 mi | — |
| SPRINGHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| TURKEY CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Plant City | 4.9 mi | 3.6 |
| KNIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 5.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,318
Median Home Value
$197,500
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
26,313
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Advantage Academy of Hillsborough
What grades does Advantage Academy of Hillsborough serve?
Advantage Academy of Hillsborough serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Advantage Academy of Hillsborough?
Advantage Academy of Hillsborough has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Advantage Academy of Hillsborough?
The student-teacher ratio at Advantage Academy of Hillsborough is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Advantage Academy of Hillsborough rank in FL?
Advantage Academy of Hillsborough ranks #1,309 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Advantage Academy of Hillsborough's MySchoolScout rating?
Advantage Academy of Hillsborough has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Advantage Academy of Hillsborough?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Advantage Academy of Hillsborough has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Advantage Academy of Hillsborough a charter school?
Yes, Advantage Academy of Hillsborough is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Advantage Academy of Hillsborough a Title I school?
No, Advantage Academy of Hillsborough is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Advantage Academy of Hillsborough?
67.5% of students at Advantage Academy of Hillsborough qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (813) 567-0801
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #87 of 286
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