Average
#2238 of 3,778 schools in FL
Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility
High School · HILLSBOROUGH
9502 E COLUMBUS DR, Tampa, FL 33619
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
44
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,238 of 3,778
In Tampa
#77 of 161
public schools
In district
#139 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility
Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility is a public high school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,238 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 44 students, Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility 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 Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility 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.
Score Breakdown
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Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility — Students at Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 25 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: 8.5/10.
How Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility Compares
See how Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility 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
9502 E COLUMBUS DR, Tampa, FL 33619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Riverview), which scores notably higher. Another option is CRISTO REY TAMPA (rated 6.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TAMPA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY (rated 6.1/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE ACADEMY Tampa | 0.1 mi | — |
| LAKE ACADEMY SECURE Tampa | 0.1 mi | — |
| TAMPA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY Tampa | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLSBOROUGH GIRLS ACADEMY Tampa | 0.2 mi | — |
| FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| KENLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| CLAIR-MEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| MANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.8 mi | 4.6 |
| HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL Seffner | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| THE COLLABORATORY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL Brandon | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC Seffner | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Brandon | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| PALM RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| CRISTO REY TAMPA Tampa | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Tampa | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33619 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,193
Median Home Value
$220,300
Median Rent
$1,618/mo
Population
40,302
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
33.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMI KIDS TAMPA Tampa, FL | 5.8 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Tallahassee, FL | 5.8 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Pinellas Park, FL | 5.8 |
| PACE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Ft. Myers, FL | 5.8 |
| PALM BEACH JUVENILE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY West Palm Beach, FL | 5.8 |
| THE DOVE (DEVELOPING OPPORTUNITIES THRU VOC. ED.) Graceville, FL | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility
What grades does Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility serve?
Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility?
Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility?
The student-teacher ratio at Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility rank in FL?
Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility ranks #2,238 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility's MySchoolScout rating?
Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility a charter school?
No, Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility a Title I school?
No, Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility?
93.2% of students at Columbus Residential Juvenile Facility 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 44
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 769-0445
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #139 of 286
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