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Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence
School · HILLSBOROUGH
6310 E SLIGH AVE, Tampa, FL 33617
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher
5.6:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,388 of 3,778
In Tampa
#87 of 161
public schools
In district
#152 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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About Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence
Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence is a public school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,388 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 152 students, Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence 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.
At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence — Students at Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
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: 4.4/10.
How Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence Compares
See how Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence 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
6310 E SLIGH AVE, Tampa, FL 33617
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence may also want to explore other schools in the area. HIFZ ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PAIDEIA CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA) (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF FLORIDA (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRANT PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| TAMPA BAY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| HIFZ ACADEMY Tampa | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| KING HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Tampa | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| LEGACY ELITE CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| PAIDEIA CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA) Tampa | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FLORIDA COLLEGE ACADEMY Temple Terrace | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| THE COLLABORATORY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| TEMPLE TERRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| CRISTO REY TAMPA Tampa | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| FUTURE LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lakeland | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ROBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| HARMON STEM SCHOOL Tampa | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WILLIAMS MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| KIMBELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| FOCUS ACADEMY Temple Terrace | 2.3 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33617 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,651
Median Home Value
$267,200
Median Rent
$1,337/mo
Population
47,880
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
42.8%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
22%
Median Age
33.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREENACRES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Greenacres, FL | 5.6 |
| HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale, FL | 5.6 |
| LIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - SOUTH CAMPUS Gotha, FL | 5.6 |
| MORELAND'S ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL ACADEMY Pompano Beach, FL | 5.6 |
| RIVERSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Trenton, FL | 5.6 |
| SPRINGS ACADEMY INC. Green Cove Springs, FL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence
What grades does Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence serve?
Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence?
Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence rank in FL?
Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence ranks #2,388 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?
Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence a charter school?
Yes, Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence a Title I school?
No, Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence?
5.3% of students at Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 152
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.5%
- Phone
- (813) 985-3223
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #152 of 286
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