Average
#2519 of 3,778 schools in FL
Falkenburg Road Jail
High School · HILLSBOROUGH
520 N FALKENBURG RD, Tampa, FL 33619
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,519 of 3,778
In Tampa
#96 of 161
public schools
In district
#165 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Falkenburg Road Jail
Falkenburg Road Jail is a public high school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Falkenburg Road Jail serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Falkenburg Road Jail has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,519 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Falkenburg Road Jail show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Falkenburg Road Jail 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 Falkenburg Road Jail 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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Falkenburg Road Jail — Students at Falkenburg Road Jail score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 9 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Falkenburg Road Jail Compares
See how Falkenburg Road Jail 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
520 N FALKENBURG RD, Tampa, FL 33619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Falkenburg Road Jail may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Riverview), which scores notably higher. Another option is TAMPA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COLUMBUS RESIDENTIAL JUVENILE FACILITY (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TAMPA RESIDENTIAL FACILITY Tampa | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| COLUMBUS RESIDENTIAL JUVENILE FACILITY Tampa | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| LAKE ACADEMY Tampa | 0.6 mi | — |
| LAKE ACADEMY SECURE Tampa | 0.6 mi | — |
| HILLSBOROUGH GIRLS ACADEMY Tampa | 0.7 mi | — |
| SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| CLAIR-MEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL Brandon | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| MANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Brandon | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| KENLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.8 mi | 3.4 |
| HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL Seffner | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| MCLANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon | 3.0 mi | 3.3 |
| FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Riverview | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| FIRST BAPTIST BRANDON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brandon | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| PALM RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| MINTZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 3.6 mi | 5.0 |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FUSION ACADEMY - BOCA RATON Boca Raton, FL | 5.4 |
| OKALOOSA REGIONAL DETENTION Crestview, FL | 5.4 |
| PENSACOLA PRIVATE SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS Pensacola, FL | 5.4 |
| IR PREP Vero Beach, FL | 5.5 |
| AMIKIDS CLAY COUNTY Green Cove Springs, FL | 5.3 |
| COPE CENTER NORTH Miami, FL | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Falkenburg Road Jail
What grades does Falkenburg Road Jail serve?
Falkenburg Road Jail serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Falkenburg Road Jail?
Falkenburg Road Jail has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Falkenburg Road Jail?
The student-teacher ratio at Falkenburg Road Jail is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Falkenburg Road Jail rank in FL?
Falkenburg Road Jail ranks #2,519 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Falkenburg Road Jail's MySchoolScout rating?
Falkenburg Road Jail has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Falkenburg Road Jail?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Falkenburg Road Jail has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Falkenburg Road Jail a charter school?
No, Falkenburg Road Jail is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Falkenburg Road Jail a Title I school?
No, Falkenburg Road Jail is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Falkenburg Road Jail?
12.5% of students at Falkenburg Road Jail 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
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 840-7472
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #165 of 286
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