Gibbs High School vs South Walton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 448 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
South Walton High School
Santa Rosa Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,127 students
| Measure | Gibbs High School ST Petersburg, Florida | South Walton High School Santa Rosa Beach, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #424 of 576 | #64 of 576 |
| National rank | #11003 of 16,910 | #2241 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,125 | 1,127 |
| Enrollment | 1,125 | 1,127 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.6% | 20.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 74% |
| city | ST Petersburg | Santa Rosa Beach |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Walton High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 39.8).
- •South Walton High School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 35%).
- •South Walton High School does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 46%).
- •South Walton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 59.6%).
- •Gibbs High School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 20.9).
- •South Walton High School is the larger school with 1,127 students compared with 1,125.
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 South Walton High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Walton High School ranks higher (74.5 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 South Walton High School?
About 448 km in a straight line, between ST Petersburg and Santa Rosa Beach in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gibbs High School: 1,125. South Walton High School: 1,127. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gibbs High School and South Walton High School rank in Florida?
Gibbs High School is 424th of 576 and South Walton High School is 64th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).