Bayside High School vs Heritage High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 8.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bayside High School
Palm Bay · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,122 students
Heritage High School
Palm Bay · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,960 students
| Measure | Bayside High School Palm Bay, Florida | Heritage High School Palm Bay, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #328 of 576 | #354 of 576 |
| National rank | #9130 of 16,910 | #9584 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,122 | 1,960 |
| Enrollment | 2,122 | 1,960 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.7% | 57.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 48% |
| city | Palm Bay | Palm Bay |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bayside High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.2 vs 45.4).
- •Heritage High School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 45%).
- •Heritage High School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 53%).
- •Bayside High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.7% vs 57.7%).
- •Bayside High School does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 22.5).
- •Bayside High School is the larger school with 2,122 students compared with 1,960.
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 Bayside High School better than Heritage High School?
On the Success Index (US), Bayside High School ranks higher (47.2 vs 45.4 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 Bayside High School and Heritage High School?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Palm Bay and Palm Bay in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bayside High School: 2,122. Heritage High School: 1,960. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bayside High School and Heritage High School rank in Florida?
Bayside High School is 328th of 576 and Heritage High School is 354th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).