Hillsborough County Public Schools Plans Major Construction to Accommodate Growth
Hillsborough County Public Schools is undertaking multiple construction projects to address a rapidly growing student population. Key projects include a new middle school in Wimauma, set to open in August 2027, an elementary school also planned for Wimauma, rebuilding of…
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, July 31, 2026 —
Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) is embarking on a significant construction initiative to expand its facilities and accommodate a rapidly increasing student population across the county. The district has announced several key projects aimed at increasing capacity and modernizing existing infrastructure.
A new middle school is planned for Wimauma, with a projected opening date of August 2027. This facility is intended to serve the growing number of students in the Wimauma area. In addition to the middle school, another elementary school is also planned for Wimauma, addressing the need for more primary education spaces in that community.
Further expansion efforts are slated for West Tampa, where both Stewart Middle Magnet School and Just Elementary School are scheduled for rebuilding. Construction for these projects is set to commence in 2028. The rebuilds aim to provide updated facilities for these established schools.
The district is also planning the development of a new technical college in Plant City. This new institution is expected to offer vocational and technical training programs to support the workforce development needs of the region.
These construction projects are part of HCPS’s broader strategy to manage student enrollment growth and ensure adequate educational resources are available throughout Hillsborough County.
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