FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tampa, Fl. (October 21, 2026) – Students and educators across Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) continue to demonstrate academic excellence, with numerous elementary and middle schools earning recognition among the best in Florida in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Schools rankings.
The rankings recognize schools based on student performance in mathematics and reading, while also considering socioeconomic factors. The recognition highlights the strong academic outcomes being achieved in classrooms across Hillsborough County.
“This recognition is a reflection of the incredible work happening every day in our schools,” said Superintendent Van Ayres. “Our students continue to rise to high expectations because of the dedication of our teachers, school leaders, staff and families. We are proud to see so many of our schools recognized among Florida’s best, and we remain focused on providing each student with an exceptional education that prepares them for their future.”
Top-Ranked HCPS Elementary Schools
The following elementary schools were ranked among the top 200 in Florida:
Bryant Elementary School – No. 25
McKitrick Elementary School – No. 27
Grady Elementary School – No. 42
Bevis Elementary School - No. 70
Roosevelt Elementary School – No. 74
Gorrie Elementary School - No. 95
MacFarlane Park Elementary Magnet School - No. 97
Northwest Elementary School - No.122
Chiles Elementary School - No. 144
Pride Elementary School – No. 159
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School – No. 160
Mitchell Elementary School – No. 166
Clark Elementary School – No. 182
Mabry Elementary School – No. 184
Top-Ranked HCPS Middle Schools
The following middle and K-8 schools were ranked among the top 200 in Florida:
Walker Middle Magnet School – No. 34
Coleman Middle School – No. 61
Martinez Middle School – No. 69
Williams Middle Magnet School – No. 79
Roland Park K-8 Magnet School – No. 90
Wilson Middle School – No. 92
Maniscalco K-8 School – No. 114
Dorothy C York Pk-8 Magnet School – No. 153
Randall Middle School – No. 163
The rankings reflect HCPS' continued focus on strong instruction, academic growth and ensuring students have access to high-quality learning opportunities that prepare them for success in high school, college, career and beyond.
View the complete U.S. News elementary school rankings and U.S. News middle school rankings.