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#2239 of 3,778 schools in FL
Memorial Middle School
Middle School · HILLSBOROUGH
4702 N CENTRAL AVE, Tampa, FL 33603
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,239 of 3,778
In Tampa
#78 of 161
public schools
In district
#140 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Memorial Middle School
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About Memorial Middle School
Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Memorial Middle School serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,239 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Memorial Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Memorial Middle School 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.
53% of students at Memorial Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Memorial Middle School — Students at Memorial Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 8.6/10.
How Memorial Middle School Compares
See how Memorial Middle School 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
4702 N CENTRAL AVE, Tampa, FL 33603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. YOUNG MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ORANGE GROVE MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 4.5/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WALTON ACADEMY Tampa | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| HILLSBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SEMINOLE HEIGHTS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 0.5 mi | 2.8 |
| BROWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| SEMINOLE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| YOUNG MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| GRAHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS Tampa | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| LOCKHART ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ORANGE GROVE MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| TAMPA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| KIDZ COVE II Tampa | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HILLSBOROUGH VIRTUAL FRANCHISE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | — |
| HILLSBOROUGH VIRTUAL SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| BIBLE TRUTH MINISTRIES ACADEMY Tampa | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| TAMPA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY MAGNET Tampa | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| VILLA MADONNA SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PATRICIA SULLIVAN METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES PARTNERSHIP SCHOO Tampa | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,632
Median Home Value
$344,100
Median Rent
$1,320/mo
Population
20,267
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CITRUS SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Citrus Springs, FL | 5.8 |
| CLIFFORD MEIGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Shalimar, FL | 5.8 |
| JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockledge, FL | 5.8 |
| LAKE PLACID MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Placid, FL | 5.8 |
| MCNICOL MIDDLE SCHOOL Hollywood, FL | 5.8 |
| RUBEN DARIO MIDDLE SCHOOL Miami, FL | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Memorial Middle School
What grades does Memorial Middle School serve?
Memorial Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Memorial Middle School rank in FL?
Memorial Middle School ranks #2,239 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Memorial Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Memorial Middle School a charter school?
No, Memorial Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Memorial Middle School a Title I school?
No, Memorial Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memorial Middle School?
70.7% of students at Memorial Middle School 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 659
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.7%
- Phone
- (813) 872-5230
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #140 of 286
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