Gaither High School vs Hill Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gaither High School
Tampa · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,040 students
Hill Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
820 students
| Measure | Gaither High School Tampa, Florida | Hill Middle School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #236 of 576 | #205 of 563 |
| National rank | #7068 of 16,910 | #4754 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,040 | 820 |
| Enrollment | 2,040 | 820 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.6% | 42.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 63% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hill Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.3 vs 54.9).
- •Hill Middle School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 54%).
- •Hill Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 54%).
- •Gaither High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.6% vs 42.2%).
- •Hill Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 24.0).
- •Gaither High School is the larger school with 2,040 students compared with 820.
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 Gaither High School better than Hill Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hill Middle School ranks higher (63.3 vs 54.9 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 Gaither High School and Hill Middle School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaither High School: 2,040. Hill Middle School: 820. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaither High School and Hill Middle School rank in Florida?
Gaither High School is 236th of 576 and Hill Middle School is 205th of 563 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).