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Gaither High School
High School · HILLSBOROUGH
16200 N DALE MABRY HWY, Tampa, FL 33618
Enrollment
2,078
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,078
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#2,384 of 3,778
In Tampa
#86 of 161
public schools
In district
#148 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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About Gaither High School
Gaither High School is a public high school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Gaither High School serves approximately 2,078 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gaither High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,384 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Gaither High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Gaither High School is a large school: 2,078 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Gaither High School runs 21.4:1 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.
41% of students at Gaither 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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Gaither High School — Students at Gaither High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.2%
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: 6.6/10.
How Gaither High School Compares
See how Gaither 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
16200 N DALE MABRY HWY, Tampa, FL 33618
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gaither High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SUNLAKE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCES (rated 9.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Lutz), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LUTZ PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Lutz), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTHDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CLAYWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CARROLLWOOD Tampa | 1.8 mi | — |
| CARROLLWOOD DAY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| DOROTHY THOMAS CENTER Tampa | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa | 2.1 mi | — |
| BUCHANAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 2.2 mi | 3.4 |
| HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| LAKE MAGDALENE UMC EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tampa | 2.5 mi | — |
| SCHWARZKOPF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lutz | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| HILLEL ACADEMY OF TAMPA Tampa | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| MOTHER TERESA OF CALCUTTA Lutz | 2.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SUNLAKE ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCES Lutz | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| CARROLLWOOD K-8 SCHOOL Tampa | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI EARLY LEARNING CENTER Tampa | 3.4 mi | — |
| LA ROCA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tampa | 3.1 mi | — |
| ESSRIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| LAKE MAGDALENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| LUTZ PREPARATORY SCHOOL Lutz | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33618 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,850
Median Home Value
$379,200
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
27,588
College Educated
47.9%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
41.9
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| CHARLES W FLANAGAN HIGH SCHOOL Pembroke Pines, FL | 5.6 |
| CHOCTAWHATCHEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fort Walton Beach, FL | 5.6 |
| CYPRESS LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Myers, FL | 5.6 |
| EVERGLADES HIGH SCHOOL Miramar, FL | 5.6 |
| GEORGE W. JENKINS SENIOR HIGH Lakeland, FL | 5.6 |
| IMMOKALEE HIGH SCHOOL Immokalee, FL | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gaither High School
What grades does Gaither High School serve?
Gaither High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gaither High School?
Gaither High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,078 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gaither High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gaither High School is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gaither High School rank in FL?
Gaither High School ranks #2,384 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Gaither High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gaither High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Gaither High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gaither High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gaither High School a charter school?
No, Gaither High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gaither High School a Title I school?
No, Gaither High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gaither High School?
41.2% of students at Gaither 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,078
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (813) 975-7340
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #148 of 286
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