Below Average
#3092 of 3,778 schools in FL
Dowdell Middle Magnet School
Middle School · HILLSBOROUGH
1208 WISHING WELL WAY, Tampa, FL 33619
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,092 of 3,778
In Tampa
#125 of 161
public schools
In district
#212 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Dowdell Middle Magnet School
Middle School in Tampa · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dowdell Middle Magnet School
Dowdell Middle Magnet School is a public middle school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Dowdell Middle Magnet School serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dowdell Middle Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,092 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Dowdell Middle Magnet School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dowdell Middle Magnet School 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.
Dowdell Middle Magnet School runs 25.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
54% of students at Dowdell Middle Magnet School 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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Dowdell Middle Magnet School — Students at Dowdell Middle Magnet School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 7.1/10.
How Dowdell Middle Magnet School Compares
See how Dowdell Middle Magnet School 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
1208 WISHING WELL WAY, Tampa, FL 33619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dowdell Middle Magnet School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PROGRESS VILLAGE MIDDLE MAGNET (rated 6.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GIUNTA MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 3.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Riverview), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLAIR-MEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| PALM RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| BING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| GIUNTA MIDDLE SCHOOL Riverview | 2.0 mi | 3.1 |
| KENLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
| LITERACY/LEADERSHIP/TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY Tampa | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| PROGRESS VILLAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| IDEA HOPE Tampa | 2.5 mi | — |
| PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| COLUMBUS RESIDENTIAL JUVENILE FACILITY Tampa | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL Tampa | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| LAKE ACADEMY Tampa | 2.8 mi | — |
| LAKE ACADEMY SECURE Tampa | 2.8 mi | — |
| TAMPA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY Tampa | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HILLSBOROUGH GIRLS ACADEMY Tampa | 2.9 mi | — |
| PROGRESS VILLAGE MIDDLE MAGNET Tampa | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| LAMB ELEMENTARY Tampa | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| THE COLLABORATORY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
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
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| CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Leesburg, FL | 4.6 |
| CHASCO MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Richey, FL | 4.6 |
| HOMESTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL Homestead, FL | 4.6 |
| MARTIN LUTHER KING MIDDLE SCHOOL Milton, FL | 4.6 |
| MATTHEW W. GILBERT MIDDLE SCHOOL Jacksonville, FL | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dowdell Middle Magnet School
What grades does Dowdell Middle Magnet School serve?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dowdell Middle Magnet School is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dowdell Middle Magnet School rank in FL?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School ranks #3,092 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Dowdell Middle Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dowdell Middle Magnet School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dowdell Middle Magnet School a charter school?
No, Dowdell Middle Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dowdell Middle Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Dowdell Middle Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dowdell Middle Magnet School?
70.9% of students at Dowdell Middle Magnet School 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (813) 744-8322
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #212 of 286
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