Serving 29 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Simmons Exceptional Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simmons Exceptional Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Simmons Exceptional Center's student population of 29 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Simmons Exceptional Center 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 Simmons Exceptional Center is 0.67, 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
#1819 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
38%
Black
38%
21%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simmons Exceptional Center's ranking?
Simmons Exceptional Center is ranked #1819 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Simmons Exceptional Center?
The graduation rate of Simmons Exceptional Center is 50%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Simmons Exceptional Center?
29 students attend Simmons Exceptional Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Simmons Exceptional Center students are White, 38% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simmons Exceptional Center?
Simmons Exceptional Center has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Simmons Exceptional Center offer ?
Simmons Exceptional Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Simmons Exceptional Center part of?
Simmons Exceptional Center is part of Hillsborough School District.
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