East Bay High School

7710 Old Big Bend Rd
Gibsonton, FL 33534
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,891 students in grades 9-12, East Bay 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,891 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : 90% (Top 50% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

East Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:

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Attribute

School Overview

East Bay High School's student population of 1,891 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,891 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

East Bay 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 East Bay High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2693 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of East Bay High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
40%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of East Bay High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
38%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of East Bay High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
55%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of East Bay High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
38%
37%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in East Bay High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
27%
21%
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White
29%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in East Bay High School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.70
This chart displays the diversity score of East Bay High School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
90%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of East Bay High School and public school graduation rate of Florida by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
47%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in East Bay High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in East Bay High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Bay High School's ranking?
East Bay High School is ranked #2693 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are East Bay High School often compared to?
East Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview High School, Lennard High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Bay High School?
The graduation rate of East Bay High School is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Bay High School?
1,891 students attend East Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of East Bay High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Bay High School?
East Bay High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Bay High School offer ?
East Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Bay High School part of?
East Bay High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is East Bay High School located?
East Bay High School is located in the Concerned Citizens of Gibsonton Area neighborhood of Gibsonton, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Concerned Citizens of Gibsonton Area.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
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)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days*
November 24, 2025 (Monday)

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,891 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : 90% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 55% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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