East Bay High School is a public high school in Gibsonton, Florida. It was chartered in 1957 on Big Bend Road in Gibsonton. The school's current facility was established in 1972 on a new campus adjacent to the east of the old one. Its former campus is now the campus of Eisenhower Middle School.
Serving 1,809 students in grades 9-12, East Bay 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 31% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,809 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Bay High School's student population of 1,809 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,809 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Bay 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 East Bay High School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3013 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
39%
38%
Black
27%
21%
White
28%
34%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Bay High School's ranking?
East Bay High School is ranked #3013 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are East Bay High School often compared to?
East Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Bay High School?
The graduation rate of East Bay High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Bay High School?
1,809 students attend East Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of East Bay High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Bay High School?
East Bay High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Bay High School offer ?
East Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Bay High School part of?
East Bay High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is East Bay High School located?
East Bay High School is located in the Concerned Citizens of Gibsonton Area neighborhood of Gibsonton, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Concerned Citizens of Gibsonton Area.
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