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Hillsborough Girls Academy
School · HILLSBOROUGH
9506 E COLUMBUS DR, Tampa, FL 33619
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
9:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Hillsborough Girls Academy
Hillsborough Girls Academy is a public school in Tampa, FL, part of the HILLSBOROUGH. The school serves approximately 18 students in grades 4th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $63,193, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 18 students, Hillsborough Girls Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9:1, Hillsborough Girls Academy offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Address
- 9506 E COLUMBUS DR, Tampa, FL 33619
- Phone
- (813) 630-4513
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Funding & Resources
Location
9506 E COLUMBUS DR, Tampa, FL 33619
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillsborough Girls Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC (rated 6.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Seffner). Another option is HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Seffner). Additionally, BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING (rated 6.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Brandon). 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 | 7.4 |
| COLUMBUS RESIDENTIAL JUVENILE FACILITY Tampa | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| FALKENBURG ROAD JAIL Tampa | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| KENLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL Seffner | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| CLAIR-MEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| DOWDELL MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| THE COLLABORATORY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC Seffner | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL Brandon | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| PIVOT CHARTER SCHOOL Riverview | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BAYCREST ACADEMY FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Brandon | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CRISTO REY TAMPA Tampa | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Tampa | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| TAMPA BAY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hillsborough Girls Academy has a median household income of $63,193. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $220,300, with a median rent of $1,618/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACE ACADEMY Miami, FL | — |
| ACTS ACADEMY Tallahassee, FL | — |
| ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM CENTRAL West Palm Beach, FL | — |
| AMC ACADEMY Miami, FL | — |
| ARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Augustine, FL | — |
| ARLINGTON ACADEMY OF MIAMI INC Miami, FL | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillsborough Girls Academy
What grades does Hillsborough Girls Academy serve?
Hillsborough Girls Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Hillsborough Girls Academy?
Hillsborough Girls Academy has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillsborough Girls Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillsborough Girls Academy is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Hillsborough Girls Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hillsborough Girls Academy has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Hillsborough Girls Academy a charter school?
No, Hillsborough Girls Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillsborough Girls Academy a Title I school?
No, Hillsborough Girls Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillsborough Girls Academy?
83.3% of students at Hillsborough Girls Academy 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
- City Safety
- High (1,917/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Tampa). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 18
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.3%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 630-4513
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
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