WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL

School Overview
Wharton High School, located in the New Tampa area of Tampa, Florida, is a large public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Hillsborough County Public Schools district, it is a prominent institution known for its rigorous academic programs and a comprehensive extracurricular environment. The school is highly regarded for its diverse offerings, which include an extensive Advanced Placement (AP) curriculum, a specialized International Baccalaureate (IB) program, and various career-technical education tracks designed to prepare students for both collegiate and professional futures.

Beyond its academic focus, Wharton High School fosters a vibrant school culture characterized by active student engagement in athletics, the arts, and community service. With a strong emphasis on school spirit and student leadership, the campus hosts numerous clubs and organizations that cater to a wide range of interests, helping to create a well-rounded educational experience. Its strategic location on Bruce B. Downs Boulevard places it at the heart of a rapidly growing community, making it a focal point for families in the region who value academic excellence and institutional support for student growth.
2,289
Total Students
97.5
Full-Time Teachers
23.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White609
Hispanic721
Black714
Asian113
Two or More128
American Indian2
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    721 (31.5 %)
  • Black
    714 (31.2 %)
  • White
    609 (26.6 %)
  • Two or More
    128 (5.6 %)
  • Asian
    113 (4.9 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
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)631-4710
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,289
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 97.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 809
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 54
Grades Taught
Grade 9 647
Grade 10 613
Grade 11 560
Grade 12 469

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9647
Grade 10613
Grade 11560
Grade 12469
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,09647.9%
Male1,19352.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)