Walter L. Sickles High School is a public high school in Citrus Park, Florida, United States. Constructed in 1997, it was named for the superintendent of Hillsborough County Public Schools from 1989 to 1996.
Serving 2,398 students in grades 9-12, Sickles 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 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 2,398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sickles High School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 27.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance to the zone edge of about 3.1 miles, while the furthest edge is located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sickles 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
Sickles High School's student population of 2,398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sickles 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 Sickles High School is 0.66, 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
#951 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green, Grey
School Mascot
Gryphon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sickles High School's ranking?
Sickles High School is ranked #951 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Sickles High School often compared to?
Sickles High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alonso High School, Steinbrenner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sickles High School?
The graduation rate of Sickles High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 88%.
How many students attend Sickles High School?
2,398 students attend Sickles High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Sickles High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sickles High School?
Sickles High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sickles High School offer ?
Sickles High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sickles High School part of?
Sickles High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Sickles High School located?
Sickles High School is located in the Citrus Park Community neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 8 other public schools located in Citrus Park Community.
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