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#1511 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 40% in state
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
6406 E CHELSEA ST, Tampa, FL 33610
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,511 of 3,778
In Tampa
#52 of 161
public schools
In district
#97 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy is a public elementary school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,511 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy 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 The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy 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.
At 7:1 students to teachers, The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy — Students at The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 14 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: 9.0/10.
How The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy Compares
See how The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy 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
6406 E CHELSEA ST, Tampa, FL 33610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Temple Terrace), which scores notably higher. Another option is FUTURE LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lakeland), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRISTO REY TAMPA Tampa | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| KENLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| TAMPA BAY TECH HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| KING HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| WILLIAMS MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| GRANT PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Tampa | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF FLORIDA Tampa | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| HIFZ ACADEMY Tampa | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| FUTURE LEADERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lakeland | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| LEGACY ELITE CHRISTIAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| IDEA HOPE Tampa | 1.9 mi | — |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| PAIDEIA CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA) Tampa | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| PEPIN ACADEMIES Tampa | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| RIVERHILLS ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Temple Terrace | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ROBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.1 mi | 2.6 |
| FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| SHEEHY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,765
Median Home Value
$210,600
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
45,396
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
49.2%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
34
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| WORLD OF KIDS ACADEMY Miami, FL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy
What grades does The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy serve?
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy?
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy rank in FL?
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy ranks #1,511 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy a charter school?
Yes, The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy a Title I school?
No, The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy?
100.0% of students at The Collaboratory Preparatory Academy 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.1%
- Phone
- (844) 702-3123
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #97 of 286
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