For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,117 students in 33618, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 33618, FL are Gaither High School and Dorothy Thomas Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33618 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33618, FL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33618 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gaither High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33618, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gaither High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
16200 N Dale Mabry Hwy
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7340
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7340
Gr: 9-12 | 2,078 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Dorothy Thomas Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3215 Nundy Rd
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7355
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7355
Gr: K-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
33618, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Childrens Services Child And Family Counseling Ser (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3215 Nundy Rd
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7355
Tampa, FL 33618
(813) 975-7355
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 33618, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33618, FL include Gaither High School and Dorothy Thomas Center.
How many public high schools are located in 33618?
2 public high schools are located in 33618.
What is the racial composition of students in 33618?
33618 public high schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Florida public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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