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.
2,130
Total Students
89.7
Full-Time Teachers
23.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
40.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White543
Hispanic654
Black673
Asian127
Two or More126
American Indian4
Pacific Islander3
  • Black
    673 (31.6%)
  • Hispanic
    654 (30.7%)
  • White
    543 (25.5%)
  • Asian
    127 (6.0%)
  • Two or More
    126 (5.9%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (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: 2,130
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 89.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 809
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 54
Grades Taught
Grade 9 540
Grade 10 507
Grade 11 567
Grade 12 516

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9540
Grade 10507
Grade 11567
Grade 12516
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WHARTON HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,01247.5%
Male1,11852.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)