Amos P. Godby High School vs Rutherford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amos P. Godby High School
Tallahassee · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,388 students
Rutherford High School
Panama City · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,394 students
| Measure | Amos P. Godby High School Tallahassee, Florida | Rutherford High School Panama City, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #494 of 576 | #459 of 576 |
| National rank | #12674 of 16,910 | #11927 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,388 | 1,394 |
| Enrollment | 1,388 | 1,394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 57.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 35% |
| city | Tallahassee | Panama City |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rutherford High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.2 vs 32.9).
- •Amos P. Godby High School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 35%).
- •Rutherford High School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 34%).
- •Amos P. Godby High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 57.7%).
- •Rutherford High School does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 21.7).
- •Rutherford High School is the larger school with 1,394 students compared with 1,388.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Amos P. Godby High School better than Rutherford High School?
On the Success Index (US), Rutherford High School ranks higher (36.2 vs 32.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Amos P. Godby High School and Rutherford High School?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Tallahassee and Panama City in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amos P. Godby High School: 1,388. Rutherford High School: 1,394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amos P. Godby High School and Rutherford High School rank in Florida?
Amos P. Godby High School is 494th of 576 and Rutherford High School is 459th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).