Serving 407 students in grades 9-12, West University 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 6% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West University Charter High School's student population of 407 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West University 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 West University Charter High School is 0.63, 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
#3661 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
36%
37%
Black
48%
21%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
6%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West University Charter High School's ranking?
West University Charter High School is ranked #3661 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West University Charter High School often compared to?
West University Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamberlain High School, Brooks Debartolo Collegiate High School by visitors of our site.
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 ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West University Charter High School?
The graduation rate of West University Charter High School is 6%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend West University Charter High School?
407 students attend West University Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West University Charter High School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West University Charter High School?
West University Charter High School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does West University Charter High School offer ?
West University Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West University Charter High School part of?
West University Charter High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is West University Charter High School located?
West University Charter High School is located in the North Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break Holiday
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break Holiday
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)
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