A. P. Leto High School is a public high school within the Hillsborough County 51±¬ÁÏs system and is located at 4409 W Sligh Avenue in Tampa, Florida, U.S.. In addition to the four high school grades, Leto also hosts adult night services. Larissa McCoy, the current principal, was appointed in 2017.
Serving 2,025 students in grades 9-12, Leto 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 38% (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 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,025 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leto High School's student population of 2,025 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,025 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
White, Red, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leto 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 Leto High School is 0.34, 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
#2753 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
81%
37%
Black
7%
21%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ateo Phillip Leto High School Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leto High School's ranking?
Leto High School is ranked #2753 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Leto High School often compared to?
Leto High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alonso High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% 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 Leto High School?
The graduation rate of Leto High School is 93%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Leto High School?
2,025 students attend Leto High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Leto High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leto High School?
Leto High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leto High School offer ?
Leto High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leto High School part of?
Leto High School is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Leto High School located?
Leto High School is located in the Pinecrest West Park neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 3 other public schools located in Pinecrest West Park.
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