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Benito Middle School

10101 Cross Creek Blvd
Tampa, FL 33647
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 1,017 students in grades 6-8, Benito Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher 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 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,017 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Top 30% in FL
  • : 64% (Top 30%)
  • : 61% (Top 30%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Benito Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Benito Middle School's student population of 1,017 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,017 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Benito Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benito Middle School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#989 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
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64%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Benito Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
61%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Benito Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
58%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Benito Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
3%
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Hispanic
25%
37%
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Black
27%
21%
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White
27%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.78
This chart displays the diversity score of Benito Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Benito Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benito Middle School's ranking?
Benito Middle School is ranked #989 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Benito Middle School often compared to?
Benito Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Benito Middle School?
1,017 students attend Benito Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Benito Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benito Middle School?
Benito Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Benito Middle School offer ?
Benito Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Benito Middle School part of?
Benito Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Benito Middle School located?
Benito Middle School is located in the New Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in New Tampa.
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-calendar">School Calendar

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Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)

School Reviews
5   1/17/2018
Great school administration is nice and very helpful to all the students,any problem the school has is fixed immediately. Great for any student that wants a education with great teachers in all grade level and great kids around them.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Jayden
5   5/16/2017
This school is great! The band program is outstanding. I would recommend this school to anyone or any kid of any academic level.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Zoe
2   2/25/2017
If your a sixth grader and Arab you might be called out or embarrassed by school administration and teachers don't care about the students like me
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Shibil mahdawe

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,017 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 64% (Top 30%)
  • : 61% (Top 30%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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