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#2607 of 3,778 schools in FL
East Bay High School
High School · HILLSBOROUGH
7710 OLD BIG BEND RD, Gibsonton, FL 33534
Enrollment
1,891
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,891
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,607 of 3,778
In Gibsonton
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#170 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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East Bay High School
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About East Bay High School
East Bay High School is a public high school in Gibsonton, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. East Bay High School serves approximately 1,891 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. East Bay High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,607 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for East Bay High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at East Bay High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
East Bay High School runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
57% of students at East Bay High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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East Bay High School — Students at East Bay High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 27 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How East Bay High School Compares
See how East Bay High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7710 OLD BIG BEND RD, Gibsonton, FL 33534
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Bay High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WINTHROP COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Riverview), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JULE F SUMNER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Riverview), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Gibsonton, see our Gibsonton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,600
Median Home Value
$274,000
Median Rent
$1,364/mo
Population
18,018
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
66.5%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
33.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Bay High School
What grades does East Bay High School serve?
East Bay High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend East Bay High School?
East Bay High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,891 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Bay High School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Bay High School is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Bay High School rank in FL?
East Bay High School ranks #2,607 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is East Bay High School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Bay High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at East Bay High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Bay High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is East Bay High School a charter school?
No, East Bay High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Bay High School a Title I school?
No, East Bay High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Bay High School?
50.6% of students at East Bay High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,891
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.6%
- Phone
- (813) 671-5134
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #170 of 286
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