Below Average
#3425 of 3,778 schools in FL
Willis Peters Exceptional Center
School · HILLSBOROUGH
2919 NELSON AVE, Dover, FL 33527
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,425 of 3,778
In Dover
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#244 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Willis Peters Exceptional Center
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About Willis Peters Exceptional Center
Willis Peters Exceptional Center is a public school in Dover, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Willis Peters Exceptional Center serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Willis Peters Exceptional Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,425 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Willis Peters Exceptional Center show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- FL avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, Willis Peters 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 3.9:1 students to teachers, Willis Peters Exceptional Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
51% of students at Willis Peters Exceptional 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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Willis Peters Exceptional Center — Students at Willis Peters Exceptional Center score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 21 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: 3.8/10.
How Willis Peters Exceptional Center Compares
See how Willis Peters Exceptional 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
2919 NELSON AVE, Dover, FL 33527
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willis Peters Exceptional Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF PLANT CITY (rated 8.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Plant City), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Seffner), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Seffner), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dover, see our Dover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DOVER ELEMENTARY Dover | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BAILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| STRAWBERRY CREST HIGH SCHOOL Dover | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Dover | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| WALDEN LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ROBINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| TURKEY CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL Plant City | 3.9 mi | 3.6 |
| COLSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 3.8 mi | 4.5 |
| VALRICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valrico | 4.6 mi | 8.8 |
| LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| SEFFNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seffner | 4.3 mi | 3.8 |
| TOMLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Plant City | 4.4 mi | 4.1 |
| CORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
| BURNETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Seffner | 4.3 mi | 2.8 |
| LOPEZ EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Seffner | 4.3 mi | 4.1 |
| NEW JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Plant City | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF PLANT CITY Plant City | 4.5 mi | 8.0 |
| IMPACT ACADEMY SCHOOL Seffner | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Seffner | 4.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33527 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,658
Median Home Value
$347,300
Median Rent
$944/mo
Population
16,412
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEVEREUX HOSPITAL Viera, FL | 4.0 |
| SHARON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Hallandale Beach, FL | 4.0 |
| LOPEZ EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Seffner, FL | 4.1 |
| ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Jacksonville, FL | 3.9 |
| DR. D. D. BROWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF HOPE Ocala, FL | 3.9 |
| TOWN 'N COUNTRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa, FL | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willis Peters Exceptional Center
What grades does Willis Peters Exceptional Center serve?
Willis Peters Exceptional Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Willis Peters Exceptional Center?
Willis Peters Exceptional Center has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willis Peters Exceptional Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Willis Peters Exceptional Center is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willis Peters Exceptional Center rank in FL?
Willis Peters Exceptional Center ranks #3,425 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Willis Peters Exceptional Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Willis Peters Exceptional Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Willis Peters Exceptional Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Willis Peters Exceptional Center has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Willis Peters Exceptional Center a charter school?
No, Willis Peters Exceptional Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willis Peters Exceptional Center a Title I school?
No, Willis Peters Exceptional Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willis Peters Exceptional Center?
50.9% of students at Willis Peters 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
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.9%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.9%
- Phone
- (813) 747-9462
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #244 of 286
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