Palm Harbor University High School, also known as PHUHS, is a Pinellas County public high school in Palm Harbor, Florida for grades 9???2. The school's mascot is the Hurricane and the school's colors are navy and maroon.
Serving 2,413 students in grades 9-12, Palm Harbor University High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Palm Harbor University High serves the northern part of its school district in Palm Harbor, FL, covering an area of approximately 11.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with most students living within 1.7 miles of the school and the furthest edge being 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palm Harbor University High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Palm Harbor University High School's student population of 2,413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,413 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palm Harbor University High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palm Harbor University High School is 0.43, 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
#941 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-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
Navy Blue, Maroon
School Mascot
Hurricane
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palm Harbor University High School's ranking?
Palm Harbor University High School is ranked #941 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Palm Harbor University High School often compared to?
Palm Harbor University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palm Harbor University High School?
The graduation rate of Palm Harbor University High School is 98%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Palm Harbor University High School?
2,413 students attend Palm Harbor University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Palm Harbor University High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palm Harbor University High School?
Palm Harbor University High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palm Harbor University High School offer ?
Palm Harbor University High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palm Harbor University High School part of?
Palm Harbor University High School is part of Pinellas School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I hated this school, the people are so fake and think they are so much better than you.
5 10/10/2025
This school is amazing, there are many clubs for everyone to belong. The education in the best in the county which explains why kids from all over the county are at each others throats to get into the Medical and IB program so the can go to this school.
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