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Simmons Exceptional Center
School · HILLSBOROUGH
1202 W GRANT ST, Plant City, FL 33563
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About Simmons Exceptional Center
Simmons Exceptional Center is a public school in Plant City, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Simmons Exceptional Center serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Simmons Exceptional Center show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 27 students, Simmons 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.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Simmons Exceptional Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Address
- 1202 W GRANT ST, Plant City, FL 33563
- Phone
- (813) 707-7430
- 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 (2020-21)
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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
1202 W GRANT ST, Plant City, FL 33563
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Simmons Exceptional Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF PLANT CITY (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away). Additionally, SIMMONS CAREER CENTER (rated 5.9/10). 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 Exceptional Center
What grades does Simmons Exceptional Center serve?
Simmons Exceptional Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Simmons Exceptional Center?
Simmons Exceptional Center has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Simmons Exceptional Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Simmons Exceptional Center is 4.5:1. 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 Simmons Exceptional Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Simmons Exceptional Center has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Simmons Exceptional Center a charter school?
No, Simmons Exceptional Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Simmons Exceptional Center a Title I school?
No, Simmons Exceptional Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Simmons Exceptional Center?
85.2% of students at Simmons 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 707-7430
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
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