Tarpon Springs High School is a public high school in Tarpon Springs, Florida. The school graduated its first class of seniors in the year 1906. The school is known for its football team, Band, Leadership Conservatory, Culinary department, and Veterinary Science Academy.
Serving 1,111 students in grades 9-12, Tarpon Springs 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 40% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tarpon Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tarpon Springs High School's student population of 1,111 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Maroon and White
School Rankings
Tarpon Springs 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 Tarpon Springs High School is 0.56, 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
#2061 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
38%
Black
10%
21%
White
62%
34%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sponger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarpon Springs High School's ranking?
Tarpon Springs High School is ranked #2061 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Tarpon Springs High School often compared to?
Tarpon Springs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Harbor University High School, East Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tarpon Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Tarpon Springs High School is 96%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tarpon Springs High School?
1,111 students attend Tarpon Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Tarpon Springs High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tarpon Springs High School?
Tarpon Springs High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tarpon Springs High School offer ?
Tarpon Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tarpon Springs High School part of?
Tarpon Springs High School is part of Pinellas School District.
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