Serving 326 students in grades 7-12, Seminole Heights 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 9% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Seminole Heights Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Seminole Heights Charter High School's student population of 326 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Seminole Heights 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 Seminole Heights Charter High School is 0.59, 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
#3615 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
33%
37%
Black
54%
21%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
9%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
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 Seminole Heights Charter High School's ranking?
Seminole Heights Charter High School is ranked #3615 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Seminole Heights Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Seminole Heights Charter High School is 9%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Seminole Heights Charter High School?
326 students attend Seminole Heights Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Seminole Heights Charter High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Seminole Heights Charter High School offer ?
Seminole Heights Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Seminole Heights Charter High School part of?
Seminole Heights Charter High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Seminole Heights Charter High School located?
Seminole Heights Charter High School is located in the South Seminole Heights neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 1 other public schools located in South Seminole Heights.
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