Serving 2,093 students in grades 9-12, Gaither High 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 30% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,093 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaither High School's student population of 2,093 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,093 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gaither High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaither High School is 0.64, 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
#2404 out of 3655 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
47%
36%
Black
9%
21%
White
37%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaither High School's ranking?
Gaither High School is ranked #2404 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gaither High School?
The graduation rate of Gaither High School is 92%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Gaither High School?
2,093 students attend Gaither High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gaither High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaither High School?
Gaither High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gaither High School offer ?
Gaither High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gaither High School part of?
Gaither High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Gaither High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (End of 2nd Semester)
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 12, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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