Below Average
#3250 of 3,778 schools in FL
North Tampa Success Center
High School · HILLSBOROUGH
8602 N ARMENIA AVE, Tampa, FL 33604
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,250 of 3,778
In Tampa
#129 of 161
public schools
In district
#224 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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North Tampa Success Center
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About North Tampa Success Center
North Tampa Success Center is a public high school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. North Tampa Success Center serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North Tampa Success Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #3,250 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for North Tampa Success Center show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, North Tampa Success 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 North Tampa Success 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.
Score Breakdown
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North Tampa Success Center — Students at North Tampa Success Center score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How North Tampa Success Center Compares
See how North Tampa Success Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8602 N ARMENIA AVE, Tampa, FL 33604
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Tampa Success Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHAMBERLAIN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAMINITI EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Tampa | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF TAMPA BAY Tampa | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| THE BROACH SCHOOL OF TAMPA Tampa | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| CHAMBERLAIN HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| MISSIONARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 2.1 |
| FOREST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| EGYPT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MORNING STAR CATHOLIC SCHOOL TAMPA Tampa | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LEGACY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Tampa | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Tampa | 2.0 mi | — |
| BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| CLEVELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LAKE MAGDALENE UMC EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tampa | 2.5 mi | — |
| MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,988
Median Home Value
$264,900
Median Rent
$1,326/mo
Population
39,411
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
55.5%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Crystal River, FL | 4.2 |
| BRANDON SUCCESS CENTER Seffner, FL | 4.2 |
| ED VENTURE CHARTER SCHOOL Lantana, FL | 4.2 |
| SPECTRUM ACADEMY Stuart, FL | 4.2 |
| PARAGON ACADEMY OF TECHNOLOGY Hollywood, FL | 4.4 |
| SIATECH MYCROSCHOOL INC. Gainesville, FL | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Tampa Success Center
What grades does North Tampa Success Center serve?
North Tampa Success Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend North Tampa Success Center?
North Tampa Success Center has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Tampa Success Center?
The student-teacher ratio at North Tampa Success Center is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Tampa Success Center rank in FL?
North Tampa Success Center ranks #3,250 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is North Tampa Success Center's MySchoolScout rating?
North Tampa Success Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 North Tampa Success Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Tampa Success Center has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 6% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Tampa Success Center a charter school?
No, North Tampa Success Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Tampa Success Center a Title I school?
No, North Tampa Success Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Tampa Success Center?
87.9% of students at North Tampa Success 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
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 124
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 631-4426
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤20%
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #224 of 286
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