KING HIGH SCHOOL

1,422 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
1,422
Total Students
66.5
Full-Time Teachers
21.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
45.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KING HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White199
Hispanic312
Black670
Asian173
Two or More62
American Indian3
Pacific Islander3
  • Black
    670 (47.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    312 (21.9 %)
  • White
    199 (14.0 %)
  • Asian
    173 (12.2 %)
  • Two or More
    62 (4.4 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: HILLSBOROUGH
Phone: (813)744-8333
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,422
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 66.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 613
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 35
Grades Taught
Grade 9 358
Grade 10 354
Grade 11 363
Grade 12 347

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for KING HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9358
Grade 10354
Grade 11363
Grade 12347
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for KING HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female65646.1%
Male76653.9%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)