Serving 419 students in grades 9-12, West University Charter High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 14% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
West University Charter High School's student population of 419 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
West University Charter High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West University Charter High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3623 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
38%
Black
39%
21%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
14%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West University Charter High School's ranking?
West University Charter High School is ranked #3623 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are West University Charter High School often compared to?
West University Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamberlain High School, Brooks Debartolo Collegiate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of West University Charter High School?
The graduation rate of West University Charter High School is 14%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend West University Charter High School?
419 students attend West University Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of West University Charter High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does West University Charter High School offer ?
West University Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West University Charter High School part of?
West University Charter High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is West University Charter High School located?
West University Charter High School is located in the North Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
School Calendar
View the West University Charter High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Students' First Day of School
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
Labor Day Holiday / School Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
Veterans Day Holiday / School Closed
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break / School Closed
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Winter Break / School Closed
December 21, 2026 (Monday)
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