Gulf Coast High School vs Naples Classical Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gulf Coast High School
Naples · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,714 students
Naples Classical Academy
Naples · Charter other · Grades K–12
846 students
| Measure | Gulf Coast High School Naples, Florida | Naples Classical Academy Naples, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #112 of 576 | – |
| National rank | #3959 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 1,714 | 846 |
| Enrollment | 1,714 | 846 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.8% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | – |
| Math proficiency | 69% | – |
| city | Naples | Naples |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Naples Classical Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 34.8%).
- •Naples Classical Academy does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 26.8).
- •Gulf Coast High School is the larger school with 1,714 students compared with 846.
- •Gulf Coast High School is a public school while Naples Classical Academy 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 Gulf Coast High School better than Naples Classical Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gulf Coast High School and Naples Classical Academy?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Naples and Naples in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gulf Coast High School: 1,714. Naples Classical Academy: 846. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gulf Coast High School and Naples Classical Academy rank in Florida?
Gulf Coast High School is 112th of 576 and Naples Classical Academy is unranked among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).