Serving 751 students in grades 9-12, Dr Kiran C Patel High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr Kiran C Patel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Dr Kiran C Patel High School's student population of 751 students has grown by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 59% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr Kiran C Patel High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr Kiran C Patel High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#889 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
35%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr Kiran C Patel High School's ranking?
Dr Kiran C Patel High School is ranked #889 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Dr Kiran C Patel High School often compared to?
Dr Kiran C Patel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooks Debartolo Collegiate High School, Plant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Dr Kiran C Patel High School?
751 students attend Dr Kiran C Patel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Dr Kiran C Patel High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr Kiran C Patel High School?
Dr Kiran C Patel High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dr Kiran C Patel High School offer ?
Dr Kiran C Patel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dr Kiran C Patel High School part of?
Dr Kiran C Patel High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break/Non-Student Days *
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
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