George D. Chamberlain High School is a public high school in Tampa, Florida, United States. It was opened in 1956 on North Boulevard. The school is named in honor of George D. Chamberlain, who served for several years as a trustee for the Hillsborough County School System.
Serving 1,234 students in grades 9-12, Chamberlain 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 21% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chamberlain High School's student population of 1,234 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chamberlain High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamberlain High School is 0.61, 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
#3476 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
55%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
12%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
47%
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
- George D. Chamberlain High School was opened in 1956 on North Boulevard in Tampa, Florida, in the United States.
- The school is named in honor of George Chamberlain, who served for several years as a trustee for the Hillsborough County School System.
- The school newspaper, The Chieftain, is part of the High School National Ad Network.
- Athletics: The school colors are green and gold.
- The school mascot is the Chief.
- The school offers the following sports: Football, Volleyball, Swimming, Cross Country, Boy's Golf, Girl's Golf.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamberlain High School's ranking?
Chamberlain High School is ranked #3476 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Chamberlain High School often compared to?
Chamberlain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsborough High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chamberlain High School?
The graduation rate of Chamberlain High School is 80%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chamberlain High School?
1,234 students attend Chamberlain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Chamberlain High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chamberlain High School?
Chamberlain High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chamberlain High School offer ?
Chamberlain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chamberlain High School part of?
Chamberlain High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Chamberlain High School located?
Chamberlain High School is located in the Northwest Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 6 other public schools located in Northwest Tampa.
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