F. W. Buchholz High School vs Palm Harbor University High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 181 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
F. W. Buchholz High School
Gainesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,416 students
Palm Harbor University High
Palm Harbor · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,413 students
| Measure | F. W. Buchholz High School Gainesville, Florida | Palm Harbor University High Palm Harbor, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #132 of 576 | #91 of 576 |
| National rank | #4648 of 16,910 | #3406 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,416 | 2,413 |
| Enrollment | 2,416 | 2,413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.5% | 21.6% |
| Students per teacher | 27.8 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 61% |
| city | Gainesville | Palm Harbor |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palm Harbor University High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.6 vs 64.5).
- •F. W. Buchholz High School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 61%).
- •Palm Harbor University High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.6% vs 34.5%).
- •Palm Harbor University High does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 27.8).
- •F. W. Buchholz High School is the larger school with 2,416 students compared with 2,413.
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 F. W. Buchholz High School better than Palm Harbor University High?
On the Success Index (US), Palm Harbor University High ranks higher (69.6 vs 64.5 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 F. W. Buchholz High School and Palm Harbor University High?
About 181 km in a straight line, between Gainesville and Palm Harbor in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
F. W. Buchholz High School: 2,416. Palm Harbor University High: 2,413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do F. W. Buchholz High School and Palm Harbor University High rank in Florida?
F. W. Buchholz High School is 132nd of 576 and Palm Harbor University High is 91st of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).