West University Charter High School

11602 N 15th St
Tampa, FL 33612
1/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 455 students in grades 9-12, West University Charter 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 455 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : 6% (Btm 50% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

School Overview

West University Charter High School's student population of 455 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

School Rankings

West University Charter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West University Charter 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#3661 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤10%
52%
≤10%
52%
≤20%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
37%
Black
38%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
6%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West University Charter High School's ranking?
West University Charter High School is ranked #3661 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West University Charter High School often compared to?
West University Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamberlain High School, Brooks Debartolo Collegiate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West University Charter High School?
The graduation rate of West University Charter High School is 6%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend West University Charter High School?
455 students attend West University Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of West University Charter High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does West University Charter High School offer ?
West University Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West University Charter High School part of?
West University Charter High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is West University Charter High School located?
West University Charter High School is located in the North Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 455 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : 6% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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