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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Simmons Exceptional Center
Simmons Exceptional Center is a public school in Plant City, FL, part of the HILLSBOROUGH. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.5:1. Students demonstrate 43% proficiency in math and 18% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,318, where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Simmons Exceptional Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.5:1, Simmons Exceptional Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction 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 4 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 75% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2021).
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 5.5/10). 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Simmons Exceptional Center has a median household income of $56,318. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $197,500, with a median rent of $1,226/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.2%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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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 the most recent state assessment data, Simmons Exceptional Center has 42.5% math proficiency and 17.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Average (512/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
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