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Very Good

#87 of 1,462 private schools in FL

Top 6% of private schools

Hillel Academy of Tampa

Elementary School

2020 W FLETCHER AVE, Tampa, FL 33612

Private

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

7.4:1

Score

7.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Florida private schools

#87 of 1,462

In Tampa

#6 of 54

public schools

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Hillel Academy of Tampa

7.9/10

Elementary School in Tampa · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lake Magdalene Elementary School

5.3/10

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About Hillel Academy of Tampa

Hillel Academy of Tampa is a private elementary school in Tampa, FL. Hillel Academy of Tampa serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillel Academy of Tampa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

How it compares1.3 pts above FL schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • FL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 134 students, Hillel Academy of Tampa 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, Hillel Academy of Tampa sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hillel Academy of Tampa is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Hillel Academy of Tampa compares to 150 public schools serving similar grades in Tampa, FL

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
This School
vs
16.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
134
This School
vs
499
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.9
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.2% vs 0%
Black 4.5% vs 0%
Asian 2.2% vs 0%
Hillel Academy of Tampa Tampa Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Hillel Academy of Tampa (this school) 7.9
LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.3
DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER 7.2
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS 5.0
MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.5
BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 3.4
CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL 7.8
IDEA VICTORY
ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL 2.1
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.4
VILLAGE OF EXCELLENCE ACADEMY 2.8
LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY 4.1
SHAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.8
MORT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.7
NORTH TAMPA SUCCESS CENTER 4.3
CAMINITI EXCEPTIONAL CENTER 3.8
EXCELSIOR PREP CHARTER SCHOOL 7.5
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.1
MULLER ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL 6.1
WITTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.1
CLAYWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.5

Showing 20 of 150 schools. View all schools in Tampa

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in FL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,314
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 33%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 134
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in FL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 81.3%
Hispanic 8.2%
Black 4.5%
Two or More 3.7%
Asian 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2020 W FLETCHER AVE, Tampa, FL 33612

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hillel Academy of Tampa may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 0.7 mi 5.3
LAKE MAGDALENE UMC EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tampa 0.8 mi
DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER Tampa 1.0 mi 7.2
MISSIONARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa 1.4 mi 4.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CARROLLWOOD Tampa 1.5 mi
HOSPITAL/HOMEBOUND/HOMEBASED PROGRAMS Tampa 1.4 mi 5.0
BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa 1.6 mi 3.4
CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL Tampa 1.6 mi 5.7
MILES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 1.5 mi 5.5
LA ROCA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa 1.6 mi
TAMPA BAY ACADEMY Tampa 1.6 mi 5.9
CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL Tampa 1.7 mi 7.8
THE BROACH SCHOOL OF TAMPA Tampa 2.0 mi 6.0
ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa 1.9 mi 2.1
IDEA VICTORY Tampa 1.8 mi
FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa 2.0 mi 5.4
BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa 1.9 mi 8.2
MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Tampa 2.1 mi
MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa 2.2 mi 7.5
LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa 2.3 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$43,919

Median Home Value

$249,600

Median Rent

$1,259/mo

Population

49,899

College Educated

18.4%

Homeownership

36.7%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

29%

Median Age

34.2

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KLA ELEMENTARY Miami, FL 7.9
MONARCH LEARNING ACADEMY Winter Park, FL 7.9
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ocoee, FL 7.9
WELLINGTON COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Wellington, FL 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hillel Academy of Tampa

What grades does Hillel Academy of Tampa serve?

Hillel Academy of Tampa serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Hillel Academy of Tampa?

Hillel Academy of Tampa has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillel Academy of Tampa?

The student-teacher ratio at Hillel Academy of Tampa is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hillel Academy of Tampa rank in FL?

Hillel Academy of Tampa ranks #87 of 1,462 private schools in FL.

What is Hillel Academy of Tampa's MySchoolScout rating?

Hillel Academy of Tampa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hillel Academy of Tampa a private school?

Yes, Hillel Academy of Tampa is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hillel Academy of Tampa a religious school?

Hillel Academy of Tampa has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
134
Gender Split
64% M / 36% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hillsborough County

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