Fort Pierce Central High School vs Newsome High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 190 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fort Pierce Central High School
Fort Pierce · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,178 students
Newsome High School
Lithia · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,157 students
| Measure | Fort Pierce Central High School Fort Pierce, Florida | Newsome High School Lithia, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #423 of 576 | #53 of 576 |
| National rank | #11001 of 16,910 | #2059 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 3,178 | 3,157 |
| Enrollment | 3,178 | 3,157 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.2% | 13.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.9 | 27.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 74% |
| city | Fort Pierce | Lithia |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newsome High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.4 vs 39.8).
- •Newsome High School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 35%).
- •Newsome High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 53%).
- •Newsome High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.9% vs 53.2%).
- •Fort Pierce Central High School does better on students per teacher (26.9 vs 27.0).
- •Fort Pierce Central High School is the larger school with 3,178 students compared with 3,157.
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 Fort Pierce Central High School better than Newsome High School?
On the Success Index (US), Newsome High School ranks higher (75.4 vs 39.8 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 Fort Pierce Central High School and Newsome High School?
About 190 km in a straight line, between Fort Pierce and Lithia in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fort Pierce Central High School: 3,178. Newsome High School: 3,157. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fort Pierce Central High School and Newsome High School rank in Florida?
Fort Pierce Central High School is 423rd of 576 and Newsome High School is 53rd of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).