Gaither High School vs Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 4.9 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
Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences
Lutz · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
984 students
| Measure | Gaither High School Tampa, Florida | Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences Lutz, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #236 of 576 | #475 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #7068 of 16,910 | #7362 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,040 | 984 |
| Enrollment | 2,040 | 984 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.6% | 22.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 73% |
| city | Tampa | Lutz |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 54.9).
- •Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences does better on math proficiency (73% vs 54%).
- •Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 54%).
- •Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.7% vs 35.6%).
- •Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 24.0).
- •Gaither High School is the larger school with 2,040 students compared with 984.
- •Gaither High School is a public school while Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences 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 Gaither High School better than Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences?
On the Success Index (US), Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences ranks higher (76.0 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 Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Lutz in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gaither High School: 2,040. Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences: 984. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gaither High School and Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences rank in Florida?
Gaither High School is 236th of 576 and Sunlake Academy of Math and Sciences is 475th of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).