Freedom High School

17410 Commerce Park Blvd
Tampa, FL 33647
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
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Bottom 50%
Serving 1,837 students in grades 9-12, Freedom 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 35% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,837 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : 95% (Top 30% in FL)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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Attribute

School Overview

Freedom High School's student population of 1,837 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,837 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Freedom 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 Freedom High School is 0.71, 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.
This School
State Level (FL)
#2999 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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35%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Freedom 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.
35%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Freedom 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.
52%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Freedom 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
4%
3%
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Hispanic
41%
37%
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Black
25%
21%
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White
25%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Florida.
0.71
This chart displays the diversity score of Freedom High School and the public school average diversity score of Florida by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
95%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of Freedom 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
51%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Freedom 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 Freedom High School's ranking?
Freedom High School is ranked #2999 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Freedom High School often compared to?
Freedom High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wharton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Freedom High School?
The graduation rate of Freedom High School is 95%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Freedom High School?
1,837 students attend Freedom High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Freedom High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Freedom High School?
Freedom High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Freedom High School offer ?
Freedom High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Freedom High School part of?
Freedom High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Freedom High School located?
Freedom High School is located in the New Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in New Tampa.

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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,837 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 75%
  • : 95% (Top 30%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education

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