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Memorial Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 702 students

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Posted August 24, 2009

Teachers at Memorial really care about their students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 15, 2009

I was a student at Memorial, and it is an awesome school. Ups and downs every once and a while
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 28, 2008

Memorial is an O.K. school. I'm a current student there with a straight A report card. Memorial does have its problems here and there, but its not as horrible as some seem to think it is. It has a great AVID program with great teachers who really do care about their students. I do aggree though that the communitcation system at memorial is annoying. I once missed a week of school due to the flu. When my mother called all my absences, they were not recived and I had 5 unexcused abesnces on my record for that year. Shows that sometimes, your just gonna have to go up there yourself if you want something done right. But I digress. Memorial is and O.K. school and has taught me alot in my current 2 1/2 attending there.
—Submitted by a student


Posted December 18, 2007

Memorial is still severely lacking communication; the voicemail system is inoperative, so there is no leaving messages for teachers, the email addresses are not posted anywhere, and I suspect that the teachers have limited access to email. There is no way to address anything with anyone.
—Submitted by CSD, a parent


Posted December 18, 2007

The principle really cares about those kids,from the bottom of his heart.He's a wise man,who speaks very wisely.That is why I rated this school an excellent.I would give their band five stars too,they have a funny and experienced teacher.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 17, 2007

I am a current student at Memorial . In all honesty Memorial is a stable school. It has provided me with all the tools for success, and attended to my needs. I could not be any happier in Memorial. I am not one to lie, so I am going to tell whom ever reads this that I have no feelings what-so-ever about the negative comments people said and will say. Quite frankly I do not care what any parent, student, or teacher has to say about Memorial. Nobody can change the way I feel about it. It is what it is.
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 4, 2007

This is the worst school ever! The teachers can NOT even put together a progress report for the parents. They just tell you your child is failing! Poor communication..... Very poor school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 8, 2007

This school is one of the worst. I can truly say that my experience in that school was far by the most horrific experience I have ever faced.
—Submitted by a former student


Posted November 6, 2006

I think this school is great for all students. I my self went here for two years and loved it although I had some ups and downs here, I still made it threw.
—Submitted by Lysette Echevarria, a student


Posted May 24, 2006

My daughter went here for 2 years. I feel that she could have been more challenge because she was a straight student. Too many confronations among children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 21, 2006

I love Memorial...great family atmosphere... and they always have the top extramural(sports) program (quality coaches) in the central Tampa area...the teachers really care about the students... and I give them their props because the students that come to Memorial are not the easiest children to teach...Great job Memorial and Keep it up!
—Submitted by Joyous Williamson, a former student


Posted March 4, 2006

The environment of this school is terrible. It is described by the teachers themselves as an 'urban school.' It has some good and caring teachers, and a few that can't maintain class discipline. One or two others are somewhat apathetic due to the problems with kids there. We transfered our kids out of that school and are now playing catchup academically. I recommendyou avoid this school at all costs.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

223 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
29%

2011

 
 
24%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 57% in 2012.

217 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
31%

2011

 
 
36%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 56% in 2012.

222 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
28%

2011

 
 
27%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 58% in 2012.

216 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
29%

2011

 
 
27%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

230 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
32%

2011

 
 
30%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 55% in 2012.

226 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
28%

2011

 
 
25%
Science

The state average for Science was 46% in 2012.

230 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
25%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT 2.0) to test students in grades 3 through 10 in reading, 3 through 8 in math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The FCAT 2.0 is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The FCAT 2.0 has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Writing

The state average for Writing was 78% in 2012.

232 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
92%
Scale: % scoring at or above level 3

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) to test students in grades 4, 8 and 10 in writing. The Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills needed to progress through school. The FCAT writing exam is scored on a scale of 1 to 6. The state considers a score of 3 or above as meeting state standards.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

  • In 2011-2012, this school received a grade of "D".
  • In 2010-2011, this school received a grade of "C".
  • In 2009-2010, this school received a grade of "C".
  • In 2008-2009, this school received a grade of "B".

About the tests


Florida uses School Grades to measure the overall performance of a school each year on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). Each school is assigned a letter grade (A-F) based on three criteria: the overall performance on the FCAT, the percentage of eligible students who took the test, and whether or not students made progress in reading and math. The School Grades are calculated by adding points earned from each of the performance criteria listed above.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Algebra I

The state average for Algebra I was 59% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
49%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Florida used the End-of-Course Assessments (EOC) to test students in Algebra 1. The EOC is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Florida. The Algebra 1 EOC has 5 achievement levels, with level 1 being the lowest and level 5 the highest. Florida considers scores of level 3 and higher to be on or above grade level. The goal is for all students to score at or above level 3.

See Florida's state standards

Source: Florida Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 53% 25%
Black 23% 23%
White 18% 46%
Multiracial 4% 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 2%
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0% 0%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 80%N/A46%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per teacher 16N/A15
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree 80%N/A65%
Master's degree 20%N/A32%
Doctorate degree 0%N/A1%
Other degree 0%N/A2%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Classes taught by non-highly qualified teachers 25%N/A5%
Source: FL Dept. of Education, 2009-2010
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4702 N Central Ave
Tampa, FL 33603
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Phone: (813) 872-5230

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