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#2822 of 3,778 schools in FL
Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley
High School · HILLSBOROUGH
13609 N 22ND ST, Tampa, FL 33613
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,822 of 3,778
In Tampa
#112 of 161
public schools
In district
#192 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley
Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley is a public high school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,822 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
57% of students at Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley — Students at Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 22 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.1/10.
How Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley Compares
See how Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley 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
13609 N 22ND ST, Tampa, FL 33613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH (rated 3.6/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL Tampa | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| WEST UNIVERSITY CHARTER HIGH Tampa | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY Tampa | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| TAMPA BAY ACADEMY Tampa | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA VICTORY Tampa | 1.8 mi | — |
| LA ROCA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.8 mi | — |
| HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS Tampa | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| PIZZO K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| NEW SPRINGS SCHOOLS Tampa | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| LEARNING GATE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Lutz | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| THE WAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,642
Median Home Value
$219,700
Median Rent
$1,178/mo
Population
37,212
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
33.2%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
28.6%
Median Age
30.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley
What grades does Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley serve?
Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley?
Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley?
The student-teacher ratio at Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley rank in FL?
Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley ranks #2,822 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley's MySchoolScout rating?
Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley a charter school?
No, Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley a Title I school?
No, Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley?
66.7% of students at Building Construction Academy at Bowers Whitley 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.7%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.8%
- Phone
- (813) 558-1750
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #192 of 286
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