Below Average
#3372 of 3,778 schools in FL
Lopez Exceptional Center
School · HILLSBOROUGH
315 W OLD HILLSBOROUGH AVE, Seffner, FL 33584
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,372 of 3,778
In Seffner
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#241 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Lopez Exceptional Center
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About Lopez Exceptional Center
Lopez Exceptional Center is a public school in Seffner, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Lopez Exceptional Center serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lopez Exceptional Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,372 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Lopez Exceptional Center show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Lopez Exceptional Center 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 Lopez Exceptional Center 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.
At 4:1 students to teachers, Lopez Exceptional Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Lopez Exceptional Center — Students at Lopez Exceptional Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 17 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: 7.0/10.
How Lopez Exceptional Center Compares
See how Lopez Exceptional Center 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
315 W OLD HILLSBOROUGH AVE, Seffner, FL 33584
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lopez Exceptional Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC (rated 6.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seffner, see our Seffner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BURNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Seffner | 0.8 mi | 2.8 |
| IMPACT ACADEMY SCHOOL Seffner | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| BRANDON SUCCESS CENTER Seffner | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| COLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ARMWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Seffner | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MANGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| MCDONALD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| SEFFNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| NEW JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| HILLSBOROUGH BAPTIST SCHOOL Seffner | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Dover | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
| LIMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| MANN MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon | 3.1 mi | 2.6 |
| NEW LIFE TABERNACLE ACADEMY INC Seffner | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| BAILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| STRAWBERRY CREST HIGH SCHOOL Dover | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brandon | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
| MCLANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brandon | 3.7 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33584 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,330
Median Home Value
$280,700
Median Rent
$1,379/mo
Population
27,172
College Educated
25.8%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
41.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| DEVEREUX HOSPITAL Viera, FL | 4.0 |
| SHARON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Hallandale Beach, FL | 4.0 |
| WILLIS PETERS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Dover, FL | 4.0 |
| FIELDS OF ART CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jacksonville, FL | 4.2 |
| LAVOY EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Tampa, FL | 4.2 |
| ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Jacksonville, FL | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lopez Exceptional Center
What grades does Lopez Exceptional Center serve?
Lopez Exceptional Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Lopez Exceptional Center?
Lopez Exceptional Center has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lopez Exceptional Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Lopez Exceptional Center is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lopez Exceptional Center rank in FL?
Lopez Exceptional Center ranks #3,372 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Lopez Exceptional Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Lopez Exceptional Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Lopez Exceptional Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lopez Exceptional Center has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
Is Lopez Exceptional Center a charter school?
No, Lopez Exceptional Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lopez Exceptional Center a Title I school?
No, Lopez Exceptional Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lopez Exceptional Center?
41.1% of students at Lopez Exceptional Center 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.1%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.8%
- Phone
- (813) 744-8008
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #241 of 286
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