Gulf Coast High School vs Palmetto Ridge High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 13 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
Palmetto Ridge High School
Naples · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,054 students
| Measure | Gulf Coast High School Naples, Florida | Palmetto Ridge High School Naples, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #112 of 576 | #293 of 576 |
| National rank | #3959 of 16,910 | #8138 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,714 | 2,054 |
| Enrollment | 1,714 | 2,054 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.8% | 50.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.8 | 25.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 58% |
| city | Naples | Naples |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gulf Coast High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 51.0).
- •Gulf Coast High School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 58%).
- •Gulf Coast High School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 55%).
- •Gulf Coast High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.8% vs 50.6%).
- •Palmetto Ridge High School does better on students per teacher (25.7 vs 26.8).
- •Palmetto Ridge High School is the larger school with 2,054 students compared with 1,714.
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 Palmetto Ridge High School?
On the Success Index (US), Gulf Coast High School ranks higher (67.4 vs 51.0 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 Gulf Coast High School and Palmetto Ridge High School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Naples and Naples in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gulf Coast High School: 1,714. Palmetto Ridge High School: 2,054. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gulf Coast High School and Palmetto Ridge High School rank in Florida?
Gulf Coast High School is 112th of 576 and Palmetto Ridge High School is 293rd of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).