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#1855 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 49% in state
Carver Exceptional Center
High School · HILLSBOROUGH
2934 E HILLSBOROUGH AVE, Tampa, FL 33610
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,855 of 3,778
In Tampa
#61 of 161
public schools
In district
#112 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Carver Exceptional Center
Carver Exceptional Center is a public high school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Carver Exceptional Center serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Carver Exceptional Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,855 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Carver Exceptional Center show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Carver Exceptional Center 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 Carver Exceptional Center 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.
At 4:1 students to teachers, Carver Exceptional Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Carver Exceptional Center — Students at Carver Exceptional Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 9.2/10.
How Carver Exceptional Center Compares
See how Carver Exceptional Center 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
2934 E HILLSBOROUGH AVE, Tampa, FL 33610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carver Exceptional Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIDDLETON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS (rated 3.8/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MT CALVARY SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Tampa | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| MIDDLETON HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| POTTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Tampa | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| KIDZ COVE II Tampa | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| BIBLE TRUTH MINISTRIES ACADEMY Tampa | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| PEPIN ACADEMIES Tampa | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| FERRELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| LOMAX MAGNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| SLIGH MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| SHEEHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| LINABEAN ACADEMY INC. Tampa | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| A BRIDGE OF HOPE ACADEMY Tampa | 1.4 mi | — |
| YOUNG MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| WILLIAMS MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| LOCKHART ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,765
Median Home Value
$210,600
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
45,396
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EMILIO SANCHEZ AMERICAN SCHOOL Naples, FL | 6.3 |
| DELAND PREPARATORY ACADEMY Deland, FL | 6.2 |
| ELEVATION PREPARATORY ACADEMY Sarasota, FL | 6.2 |
| HIBERNIAN PRIVATE SCHOOL Fort Myers, FL | 6.2 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Orlando, FL | 6.2 |
| CAREER PREP ACADEMY OF SOUTH Cutler Bay, FL | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carver Exceptional Center
What grades does Carver Exceptional Center serve?
Carver Exceptional Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Carver Exceptional Center?
Carver Exceptional Center has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carver Exceptional Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Carver Exceptional Center is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carver Exceptional Center rank in FL?
Carver Exceptional Center ranks #1,855 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Carver Exceptional Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Carver Exceptional Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Carver Exceptional Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carver Exceptional Center has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carver Exceptional Center a charter school?
No, Carver Exceptional Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carver Exceptional Center a Title I school?
No, Carver Exceptional Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carver Exceptional Center?
79.2% of students at Carver Exceptional Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 236-3500
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #112 of 286
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