BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL

BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the HILLSBOROUGH school district, located in TAMPA, FL with about 604 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 40 teachers, BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (BDCHS) is a public charter school located in Tampa, Florida, serving students in grades 9 through 12. Founded through a partnership between the DeBartolo family and the Pepin Academy, the school is known for its rigorous college-preparatory curriculum. It emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and a "collegiate" atmosphere designed to prepare students for the demands of higher education. Because it is a charter school, it operates with a focus on small class sizes and a specialized learning environment that encourages close interaction between students and faculty.

The school is particularly noted for its high academic standards and its commitment to the "Phoenix" spirit, which fosters a sense of community and school pride. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, BDCHS offers a variety of extracurricular activities, competitive athletics, and honors-level coursework, including dual enrollment opportunities. By balancing a structured, high-achieving academic program with an emphasis on personal integrity and community service, the school aims to produce well-rounded graduates who are ready to excel in university settings and beyond.

For more information, contact BROOKS DEBARTOLO COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL at (813) 971-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.