Needs Improvement
#3742 of 3,778 schools in FL
Seminole Heights Charter High School
High School · HILLSBOROUGH
4006 N FLORIDA AVE, Tampa, FL 33603
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
54.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
54.3:1
Score
2.8
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,742 of 3,778
In Tampa
#159 of 161
public schools
In district
#281 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
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About Seminole Heights Charter High School
Seminole Heights Charter High School is a public high school in Tampa, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Seminole Heights Charter High School serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 54.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Seminole Heights Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,742 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Seminole Heights Charter High School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Seminole Heights Charter 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.
Seminole Heights Charter High School runs 54.3:1 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.
Seminole Heights Charter High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Seminole Heights Charter High School — Students at Seminole Heights Charter High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 6.5/10.
How Seminole Heights Charter High School Compares
See how Seminole Heights Charter 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
4006 N FLORIDA AVE, Tampa, FL 33603
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Seminole Heights Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TAMPA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLSBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tampa, see our Tampa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Tampa | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| WALTON ACADEMY Tampa | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BROWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| HILLSBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| GRAHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| HILLSBOROUGH VIRTUAL FRANCHISE HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | — |
| HILLSBOROUGH VIRTUAL SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| VILLA MADONNA SCHOOL Tampa | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| TAMPA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY MAGNET Tampa | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| PATRICIA SULLIVAN METROPOLITAN MINISTRIES PARTNERSHIP SCHOO Tampa | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| TAMPA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tampa | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| EDISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ORANGE GROVE MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| LOCKHART ELEMENTARY MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| YOUNG MIDDLE MAGNET SCHOOL Tampa | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| ACADEMY PREP CENTER OF TAMPA Tampa | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| SEMINOLE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MENDENHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tampa | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| ESE BIRTH THRU AGE 5 Tampa | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| TRINITY SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Tampa | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33603 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,632
Median Home Value
$344,100
Median Rent
$1,320/mo
Population
20,267
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Seminole Heights Charter High School
What grades does Seminole Heights Charter High School serve?
Seminole Heights Charter High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Seminole Heights Charter High School?
Seminole Heights Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Seminole Heights Charter High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Seminole Heights Charter High School is 54.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Seminole Heights Charter High School rank in FL?
Seminole Heights Charter High School ranks #3,742 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Seminole Heights Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Seminole Heights Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Seminole Heights Charter High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Seminole Heights Charter High School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Seminole Heights Charter High School a charter school?
Yes, Seminole Heights Charter High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Seminole Heights Charter High School a Title I school?
No, Seminole Heights Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Seminole Heights Charter High School?
58.0% of students at Seminole Heights Charter 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 54.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Phone
- (813) 234-0809
- 4-Year Graduation
- 10.0%
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #281 of 286
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