Gibbs High School vs James B. Sanderlin K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gibbs High School
ST Petersburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,125 students
James B. Sanderlin K-8
ST Petersburg · Public elementary · Grades K–8
817 students
| Measure | Gibbs High School ST Petersburg, Florida | James B. Sanderlin K-8 ST Petersburg, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #424 of 576 | #352 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #11003 of 16,910 | #5485 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,125 | 817 |
| Enrollment | 1,125 | 817 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.6% | 37.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 74% |
| city | ST Petersburg | ST Petersburg |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James B. Sanderlin K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.1 vs 39.8).
- •James B. Sanderlin K-8 does better on math proficiency (74% vs 35%).
- •James B. Sanderlin K-8 does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 46%).
- •James B. Sanderlin K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.6% vs 59.6%).
- •James B. Sanderlin K-8 does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.1).
- •Gibbs High School is the larger school with 1,125 students compared with 817.
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 Gibbs High School better than James B. Sanderlin K-8?
On the Success Index (US), James B. Sanderlin K-8 ranks higher (79.1 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 Gibbs High School and James B. Sanderlin K-8?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between ST Petersburg and ST Petersburg in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gibbs High School: 1,125. James B. Sanderlin K-8: 817. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gibbs High School and James B. Sanderlin K-8 rank in Florida?
Gibbs High School is 424th of 576 and James B. Sanderlin K-8 is 352nd of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).