WILLIS PETERS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER

School Overview
Willis Peters Exceptional Center, located in Dover, Florida, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Hillsborough County Public Schools district. The center is specifically designed to serve students with unique learning requirements, focusing on providing individualized support, therapeutic services, and specialized instruction to help students reach their full academic and personal potential. By fostering a structured and inclusive environment, the school prioritizes the developmental and educational needs of its student population, often working closely with families and support professionals to create tailored learning pathways.

As part of the broader Hillsborough County school system, Willis Peters Exceptional Center emphasizes a compassionate approach to education, aiming to equip students with the essential life skills and academic foundations necessary for their long-term success. The campus is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow at their own pace. For more information regarding specific programs, enrollment procedures, or district-wide initiatives, parents and community members can visit the official Hillsborough County Public Schools website.
61
Total Students
11.0
Full-Time Teachers
5.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WILLIS PETERS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER
Demographic Student Count
White23
Hispanic20
Black14
Asian3
Two or More1
  • White
    23 (37.7%)
  • Hispanic
    20 (32.8%)
  • Black
    14 (23.0%)
  • Asian
    3 (4.9%)
  • Two or More
    1 (1.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: HILLSBOROUGH
Phone: (813)747-9462
Grade Range: Pre-K - 12th
Total Students: 61
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 11.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 5.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 27
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 1
Kindergarten 2
Grade 1 3
Grade 2 5
Grade 3 3
Grade 4 1
Grade 5 2
Grade 6 5
Grade 7 2
Grade 8 6
Grade 9 3
Grade 10 3
Grade 11 2
Grade 12 23

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WILLIS PETERS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten1
Kindergarten2
Grade 13
Grade 25
Grade 33
Grade 41
Grade 52
Grade 65
Grade 72
Grade 86
Grade 93
Grade 103
Grade 112
Grade 1223
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WILLIS PETERS EXCEPTIONAL CENTER
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2541%
Male3659%