Summary:
The 11 schools in zip code 33584 (Seffner, FL) serve a diverse range of students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, all part of the Hillsborough County School District, and are characterized by high economic need and a significant challenge with chronic absenteeism.
The standout traditional school is Lopez Elementary School, which consistently outperforms its local peers in subjects like 5th-grade Science and 4th-grade ELA. Armwood High School is a notable performer for its strong 93.5% graduation rate, exceeding both district and state averages despite below-average test scores. A fascinating anomaly is Burnett Middle School, which, despite being the lowest-ranked middle school, boasts a 100% Algebra 1 EOC proficiency rate—far above district and state averages. In contrast, Brandon Success Center serves a high-need population and has critically low performance, including a 10.8% graduation rate. McDonald Elementary School shows a clear upward trend, with significant year-over-year improvements in 5th-grade Math and Science.
The most pressing issue across the area is chronic absenteeism, with an average rate of 50.5%—far exceeding the district average of 31.4%. Colson Elementary School has the lowest rate at 30.6%, while Lopez Exceptional Center has the highest at 76.1%. Per-student spending varies dramatically, from $8,562 at Armwood High to $53,289 at Lopez Exceptional Center, reflecting the intensive resources needed for specialized populations. The data strongly links high absenteeism with low academic performance, making attendance a critical focus for improvement.
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