Frank W. Springstead High School vs Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank W. Springstead High School
Spring Hill · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,853 students
Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology
Spring Hill · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
217 students
| Measure | Frank W. Springstead High School Spring Hill, Florida | Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology Spring Hill, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #246 of 576 | #14 of 563 |
| National rank | #7263 of 16,910 | #813 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,853 | 217 |
| Enrollment | 1,853 | 217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 26.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 89% |
| city | Spring Hill | Spring Hill |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 54.2).
- •Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology does better on math proficiency (89% vs 54%).
- •Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 59%).
- •Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.3% vs 46.5%).
- •Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 21.8).
- •Frank W. Springstead High School is the larger school with 1,853 students compared with 217.
- •Frank W. Springstead High School is a public school while Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Frank W. Springstead High School better than Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology?
On the Success Index (US), Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology ranks higher (84.5 vs 54.2 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 Frank W. Springstead High School and Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Spring Hill and Spring Hill in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank W. Springstead High School: 1,853. Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology: 217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank W. Springstead High School and Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology rank in Florida?
Frank W. Springstead High School is 246th of 576 and Gulf Coast Academy of Science and Technology is 14th of 563 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).