HILLSBOROUGH ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE

Charter School 819 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Hillsborough Academy of Math and Science (HAMS), located in Tampa, Florida, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The school distinguishes itself through a rigorous academic curriculum that places a heavy emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). By integrating hands-on learning, laboratory experiences, and technology-driven projects, HAMS aims to prepare students for the demands of 21st-century careers while fostering critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills.

Beyond its core STEM focus, the academy promotes a well-rounded educational environment characterized by small class sizes and a supportive community culture. The school emphasizes character development and academic accountability, encouraging students to take ownership of their learning journey. With a commitment to data-driven instruction and high expectations, Hillsborough Academy strives to maintain high educational standards, providing students with the foundational tools necessary for success in high school and beyond.

819

Total Students

36.0

Full-Time Teachers

22.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

31.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HILLSBOROUGH ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE
Demographic	Student Count
White	130
Hispanic	612
Black	32
Asian	26
Two or More	17
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
612 (74.7%)
White
130 (15.9%)
Black
32 (3.9%)
Asian
26 (3.2%)
Two or More
17 (2.1%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	HILLSBOROUGH
Phone:	(813)793-6085
Website:	http://hillsboroughacademy.com
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	819
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	36.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	187
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	73

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 85

Grade 1 80

Grade 2 88

Grade 3 84

Grade 4 82

Grade 5 98

Grade 6 107

Grade 7 81

Grade 8 114

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HILLSBOROUGH ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	85
Grade 1	80
Grade 2	88
Grade 3	84
Grade 4	82
Grade 5	98
Grade 6	107
Grade 7	81
Grade 8	114

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HILLSBOROUGH ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	419	51.2%
Male	400	48.8%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)