KING HIGH SCHOOL

KING HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the HILLSBOROUGH school district, located in TAMPA, FL with about 1,748 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 105 teachers, KING HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

C. Leon KING HIGH SCHOOL, located in Tampa, Florida, is a long-standing public institution within the Hillsborough County Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school offers a comprehensive academic environment that balances traditional core curriculum with a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs. As a prominent fixture in the East Tampa area, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning community that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether through college enrollment, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

The school is particularly well-regarded for its specialized academic programming, most notably its International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme. This rigorous, internationally recognized curriculum attracts high-achieving students from across the district, providing them with a challenging academic framework that emphasizes critical thinking, global awareness, and community service. By offering both a standard high school experience and an advanced magnet track, KING HIGH SCHOOL aims to accommodate a wide range of student goals, ensuring that each learner has access to the resources and academic rigor necessary to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape.

For more information, contact KING HIGH SCHOOL at (813) 744-8333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6815 N 56TH ST
TAMPA, FL 33610-1921
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KING HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in TAMPA, FL with about 1,748 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
HILLSBOROUGH
Total Students:
1,748
Teachers:
105
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,748 students

Black or African American
43.0%
Hispanic/Latino
17.6%
White
17.6%
Asian
16.9%
Two or more races
4.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
48.7%
Male
51.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.