Serving 2,040 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 43% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,040 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gaither High School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 14 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gaither High School's student population of 2,040 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,040 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1984
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gaither High 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 Gaither High School is 0.63, 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
#2095 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Silver
Source: 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 #2095 out of 3,662 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50% 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 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Gaither High School?
2,040 students attend Gaither High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Gaither High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaither High School?
Gaither High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gaither High School offer ?
Gaither High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gaither High School part of?
Gaither High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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