First Coast High School vs Matanzas High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 104 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
First Coast High School
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,098 students
Matanzas High School
Palm Coast · Public high · Grades 8–12
2,102 students
| Measure | First Coast High School Jacksonville, Florida | Matanzas High School Palm Coast, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #371 of 576 | #202 of 576 |
| National rank | #9981 of 16,910 | #6181 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 2,098 | 2,102 |
| Enrollment | 2,098 | 2,102 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.1% | 31% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| city | Jacksonville | Palm Coast |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matanzas High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 43.9).
- •First Coast High School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Matanzas High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 36%).
- •Matanzas High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31% vs 42.1%).
- •Matanzas High School does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 24.7).
- •Matanzas High School is the larger school with 2,102 students compared with 2,098.
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 First Coast High School better than Matanzas High School?
On the Success Index (US), Matanzas High School ranks higher (58.5 vs 43.9 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 First Coast High School and Matanzas High School?
About 104 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Palm Coast in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
First Coast High School: 2,098. Matanzas High School: 2,102. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do First Coast High School and Matanzas High School rank in Florida?
First Coast High School is 371st of 576 and Matanzas High School is 202nd of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).