Average
#2167 of 3,778 schools in FL
Simmons Career Center
School · HILLSBOROUGH
1202 W GRANT ST, Plant City, FL 33563
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,167 of 3,778
In Plant City
#11 of 18
public schools
In district
#134 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Simmons Career Center
Simmons Career Center is a public school in Plant City, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Simmons Career Center serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Simmons Career Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,167 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Simmons Career Center show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 163 students, Simmons Career 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 Simmons Career 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.
80% of students at Simmons Career Center 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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Simmons Career Center — Students at Simmons Career Center score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 25 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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 Simmons Career Center Compares
See how Simmons Career 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
1202 W GRANT ST, Plant City, FL 33563
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Simmons Career Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. LINCOLN ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF PLANT CITY (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SPRINGHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Plant City, see our Plant City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,318
Median Home Value
$197,500
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
26,313
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.2%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simmons Career Center
What grades does Simmons Career Center serve?
Simmons Career Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Simmons Career Center?
Simmons Career Center has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Simmons Career Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Simmons Career Center is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Simmons Career Center rank in FL?
Simmons Career Center ranks #2,167 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Simmons Career Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Simmons Career Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Simmons Career Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Simmons Career Center has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Simmons Career Center a charter school?
No, Simmons Career Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Simmons Career Center a Title I school?
No, Simmons Career Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Simmons Career Center?
71.2% of students at Simmons Career 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
- 163
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.8%
- Phone
- (813) 707-7430
- 4-Year Graduation
- 72.0%
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #134 of 286
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