Explorer K-8 vs Horizons Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 97 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
Horizons Elementary School
Davenport · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,543 students
| Measure | Explorer K-8 Spring Hill, Florida | Horizons Elementary School Davenport, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1633 of 2,187 | #1830 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #27956 of 50,301 | #31933 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,544 | 1,543 |
| Enrollment | 1,544 | 1,543 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.1% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 46% |
| city | Spring Hill | Davenport |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Explorer K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.9 vs 40.0).
- •Explorer K-8 does better on math proficiency (49% vs 46%).
- •Explorer K-8 does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 44%).
- •Horizons Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 65.1%).
- •Explorer K-8 does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 19.3).
- •Explorer K-8 is the larger school with 1,544 students compared with 1,543.
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 Horizons Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Explorer K-8 ranks higher (45.9 vs 40.0 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 Horizons Elementary School?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Spring Hill and Davenport in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Explorer K-8: 1,544. Horizons Elementary School: 1,543. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Explorer K-8 and Horizons Elementary School rank in Florida?
Explorer K-8 is 1633rd of 2,187 and Horizons Elementary School is 1830th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).