FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE
Charter School
160 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
The **Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence (FACSE)**, located on East Sligh Avenue in Tampa, is a specialized educational institution dedicated to serving students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. As a charter school, it operates under the authorization of the Hillsborough County Public Schools district, focusing on creating an inclusive and supportive environment tailored to the unique sensory, social, and academic needs of its student population. By utilizing evidence-based instructional strategies and individualized education programs (IEPs), the school aims to help students achieve greater independence, improve their communication skills, and reach their full academic potential.
The school is structured to provide a highly structured and nurturing setting that is often essential for students on the autism spectrum to thrive. Beyond core academics, the curriculum is frequently designed to incorporate behavioral interventions, social skills training, and life-skills development, ensuring a holistic approach to student growth. By partnering with families and the local Tampa community, the Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence strives to bridge the gap between specialized therapeutic support and traditional educational standards, fostering an atmosphere where students are empowered to navigate both the classroom and the world around them more effectively.
The school is structured to provide a highly structured and nurturing setting that is often essential for students on the autism spectrum to thrive. Beyond core academics, the curriculum is frequently designed to incorporate behavioral interventions, social skills training, and life-skills development, ensuring a holistic approach to student growth. By partnering with families and the local Tampa community, the Florida Autism Charter School of Excellence strives to bridge the gap between specialized therapeutic support and traditional educational standards, fostering an atmosphere where students are empowered to navigate both the classroom and the world around them more effectively.
160
Total Students
26.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
46.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 38 |
| Hispanic | 61 |
| Black | 48 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 8 |
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Hispanic61 (38.1 %)
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Black48 (30.0 %)
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White38 (23.7 %)
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Two or More8 (5.0 %)
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Asian5 (3.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | HILLSBOROUGH |
| Phone: | (813)985-3223 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 160 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 26.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 6.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 74 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 1 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
8
Kindergarten
10
Grade 1
10
Grade 2
13
Grade 3
11
Grade 4
16
Grade 5
11
Grade 6
7
Grade 7
12
Grade 8
14
Grade 9
14
Grade 10
11
Grade 11
7
Grade 12
16
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 8 |
| Kindergarten | 10 |
| Grade 1 | 10 |
| Grade 2 | 13 |
| Grade 3 | 11 |
| Grade 4 | 16 |
| Grade 5 | 11 |
| Grade 6 | 7 |
| Grade 7 | 12 |
| Grade 8 | 14 |
| Grade 9 | 14 |
| Grade 10 | 11 |
| Grade 11 | 7 |
| Grade 12 | 16 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 35 | 21.9% |
| Male | 125 | 78.1% |
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