Serving 2,073 students in grades 9-12, Tampa Bay Tech High School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher 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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tampa Bay Tech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tampa Bay Tech High School's student population of 2,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tampa Bay Tech High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tampa Bay Tech High School is 0.65, 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
#1786 out of 3655 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
29%
36%
Black
50%
21%
White
13%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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 Tampa Bay Tech High School's ranking?
Tampa Bay Tech High School is ranked #1786 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tampa Bay Tech High School?
The graduation rate of Tampa Bay Tech High School is 99%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 89%.
How many students attend Tampa Bay Tech High School?
2,073 students attend Tampa Bay Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Tampa Bay Tech High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tampa Bay Tech High School?
Tampa Bay Tech High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tampa Bay Tech High School offer ?
Tampa Bay Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tampa Bay Tech High School part of?
Tampa Bay Tech High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Tampa Bay Tech 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)
School Reviews
5 3/22/2014
Excellent school with instructors that work to prepare students for college and careers. Students pick up very valuable skills in the Technical shop programs and health academy and have an edge for kids that attend the other high schools. There are Spanish speaking teachers as well.
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