Explorer K-8 vs Frank W. Springstead High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Explorer K-8
Spring Hill · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,544 students
Frank W. Springstead High School
Spring Hill · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,853 students
| Measure | Explorer K-8 Spring Hill, Florida | Frank W. Springstead High School Spring Hill, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1633 of 2,187 | #246 of 576 |
| National rank | #27956 of 50,301 | #7263 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,544 | 1,853 |
| Enrollment | 1,544 | 1,853 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | 46.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 54% |
| city | Spring Hill | Spring Hill |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frank W. Springstead High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.2 vs 45.9).
- •Frank W. Springstead High School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 49%).
- •Frank W. Springstead High School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 47%).
- •Frank W. Springstead High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 65.1%).
- •Explorer K-8 does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 21.8).
- •Frank W. Springstead High School is the larger school with 1,853 students compared with 1,544.
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 Explorer K-8 better than Frank W. Springstead High School?
On the Success Index (US), Frank W. Springstead High School ranks higher (54.2 vs 45.9 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 Explorer K-8 and Frank W. Springstead High School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Spring Hill and Spring Hill in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Explorer K-8: 1,544. Frank W. Springstead High School: 1,853. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Explorer K-8 and Frank W. Springstead High School rank in Florida?
Explorer K-8 is 1633rd of 2,187 and Frank W. Springstead High School is 246th of 576 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).