East Lee County High School vs Wharton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 193 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Lee County High School
Lehigh Acres · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,129 students
Wharton High School
Tampa · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,130 students
| Measure | East Lee County High School Lehigh Acres, Florida | Wharton High School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #518 of 576 | #326 of 576 |
| National rank | #13288 of 16,910 | #9125 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,129 | 2,130 |
| Enrollment | 2,129 | 2,130 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 40.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 42% |
| city | Lehigh Acres | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wharton High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 30.2).
- •Wharton High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 33%).
- •Wharton High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •Wharton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 56.5%).
- •Wharton High School does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 24.5).
- •Wharton High School is the larger school with 2,130 students compared with 2,129.
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 East Lee County High School better than Wharton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Wharton High School ranks higher (47.3 vs 30.2 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 East Lee County High School and Wharton High School?
About 193 km in a straight line, between Lehigh Acres and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Lee County High School: 2,129. Wharton High School: 2,130. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Lee County High School and Wharton High School rank in Florida?
East Lee County High School is 518th of 576 and Wharton High School is 326th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).