CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL

CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the PINELLAS school district, located in CLEARWATER, FL with about 1,897 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 97 teachers, CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL, located in Clearwater, Florida, is a long-standing public secondary institution serving the Pinellas County School District. As one of the oldest high schools in the region, it carries a rich history and plays a central role in the local community. The school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment opportunities, and specialized career-technical programs, all designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL is well-regarded for its vibrant extracurricular culture. The school maintains a competitive athletic department, known as the "Tornadoes," alongside a diverse range of student-led clubs, performing arts programs, and service organizations. By balancing a rigorous academic environment with robust school spirit and student engagement, Clearwater High aims to foster a well-rounded educational experience that emphasizes character development, community involvement, and long-term student success.

For more information, contact CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL at (727) 298-1620 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

540 S HERCULES AVE
CLEARWATER, FL 33764-6314
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CLEARWATER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in CLEARWATER, FL with about 1,897 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Florida

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
District:
PINELLAS
Total Students:
1,897
Teachers:
97
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 1,897 students

White
44.2%
Hispanic/Latino
29.5%
Black or African American
18.1%
Two or more races
4.5%
Asian
3.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

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.