Gaither High School vs Northwest Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 4.4 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
Northwest Elementary School
Tampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
658 students
| Measure | Gaither High School Tampa, Florida | Northwest Elementary School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #236 of 576 | #290 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #7068 of 16,910 | #4626 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,040 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 2,040 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.6% | 29.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 76% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northwest Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.7 vs 54.9).
- •Northwest Elementary School does better on math proficiency (76% vs 54%).
- •Northwest Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 54%).
- •Northwest Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.9% vs 35.6%).
- •Northwest Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 24.0).
- •Gaither High School is the larger school with 2,040 students compared with 658.
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 Northwest Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Northwest Elementary School ranks higher (80.7 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 Northwest Elementary School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaither High School: 2,040. Northwest Elementary School: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaither High School and Northwest Elementary School rank in Florida?
Gaither High School is 236th of 576 and Northwest Elementary School is 290th of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).