Serving 758 students in grades 6-8, Jennings Middle 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 27% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jennings Middle School's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Motto
We are LEAPing Into Greatness.
School Rankings
Jennings Middle 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 Jennings Middle 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
#3431 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
37%
Black
39%
21%
White
19%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jennings Middle School's ranking?
Jennings Middle School is ranked #3431 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Jennings Middle School often compared to?
Jennings Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mann Middle School, Burnett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Jennings Middle School?
758 students attend Jennings Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Jennings Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jennings Middle School?
Jennings Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jennings Middle School offer ?
Jennings Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jennings Middle School part of?
Jennings Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Jennings Middle School located?
Jennings Middle School is located in the Greater Thonotosassa neighborhood of Seffner, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Greater Thonotosassa.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is a joke. They say they need more communication with parents, but they never call you back or email back. The busses are even worse, my child has been left at the side of the road in an area of town that we do not live. She has been left at school because transportation did not have enough room on the bus. Avoid this back woods mismanaged school. Your kids will be smarter for it......
5 10/10/2025
I am currently a student at jennings middle school I will be honest and what I think about this school this is a perfect school for lots of kids you just have to give it sometime the teachers who work here have amazing hearts they know what they are doing and the teachers don't see this school as a bad school they believe in everyone of these kids.
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