Spoto High School is a public high school located in Riverview, Hillsborough County, Florida, serving the communities of Progress Village and Palm River-Clair Mel. It operates as a part of the Hillsborough County ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools system.
Serving 1,912 students in grades 9-12, Spoto High School 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 28% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,912 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spoto High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Spoto High School's student population of 1,912 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,912 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Grey, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spoto High School 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 Spoto High School 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
#3077 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
37%
Black
39%
21%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spoto High School's ranking?
Spoto High School is ranked #3077 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Spoto High School often compared to?
Spoto High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Spoto High School?
The graduation rate of Spoto High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Spoto High School?
1,912 students attend Spoto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Spoto High School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spoto High School?
Spoto High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spoto High School offer ?
Spoto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spoto High School part of?
Spoto High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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