Serving 820 students in grades 6-8, Hill Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hill Middle School's student population of 820 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
820 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hill Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hill Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1445 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
56%
38%
Black
9%
21%
White
26%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill Middle School's ranking?
Hill Middle School is ranked #1445 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Hill Middle School?
820 students attend Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hill Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hill Middle School?
Hill Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hill Middle School offer ?
Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hill Middle School part of?
Hill Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Hill Middle School located?
Hill Middle School is located in the Carrollwood Village Phase III neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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