For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 589 students in 33602, FL.
The top-ranked public high schools in 33602, FL are Hillsborough Virtual School and Medical Academy At D.w. Waters. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 33602 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Florida public high school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 33602, FL have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Florida public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 33602 have a Graduation Rate of 60%, which is less than the Florida average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hillsborough Virtual School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Florida or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida public high school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 33602, FL Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillsborough Virtual School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Gr: K-12 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Medical Academy At D.w. Waters
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 233-2655
Gr: PK-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
2704 N Highland Ave
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Tampa, FL 33602
(813) 272-4362
Gr: K-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 33602, FL?
The top-ranked public high schools in 33602, FL include Hillsborough Virtual School and Medical Academy At D.w. Waters.
How many public high schools are located in 33602?
4 public high schools are located in 33602.
What is the racial composition of students in 33602?
33602 public high schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Florida public high schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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