Serving 1,230 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Southshore Charter Academy ranks in the bottom 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 44% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southshore Charter Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southshore Charter Academy's student population of 1,230 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,230 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Southshore Charter Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southshore Charter Academy is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2273 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
42%
38%
Black
28%
21%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southshore Charter Academy's ranking?
Southshore Charter Academy is ranked #2273 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Southshore Charter Academy often compared to?
Southshore Charter Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Collins Pk-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Southshore Charter Academy?
1,230 students attend Southshore Charter Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Southshore Charter Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southshore Charter Academy?
Southshore Charter Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southshore Charter Academy offer ?
Southshore Charter Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southshore Charter Academy part of?
Southshore Charter Academy is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
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