Hillsborough High School vs Washington Senior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 538 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillsborough High School
Tampa · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,679 students
Washington Senior High School
Pensacola · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,676 students
| Measure | Hillsborough High School Tampa, Florida | Washington Senior High School Pensacola, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #420 of 576 | #398 of 576 |
| National rank | #10962 of 16,910 | #10457 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,679 | 1,676 |
| Enrollment | 1,679 | 1,676 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.6% | 45.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.3 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 34% |
| city | Tampa | Pensacola |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Senior High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.1 vs 40.0).
- •Hillsborough High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 34%).
- •Washington Senior High School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 46%).
- •Washington Senior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.8% vs 50.6%).
- •Washington Senior High School does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 23.3).
- •Hillsborough High School is the larger school with 1,679 students compared with 1,676.
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 Hillsborough High School better than Washington Senior High School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Senior High School ranks higher (42.1 vs 40.0 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 Hillsborough High School and Washington Senior High School?
About 538 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Pensacola in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillsborough High School: 1,679. Washington Senior High School: 1,676. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillsborough High School and Washington Senior High School rank in Florida?
Hillsborough High School is 420th of 576 and Washington Senior High School is 398th of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).