Jefferson High School vs Mitchell Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson High School
Tampa · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,310 students
Mitchell Elementary School
Tampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
698 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Tampa, Florida | Mitchell Elementary School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #470 of 576 | #194 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #12215 of 16,910 | #3346 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,310 | 698 |
| Enrollment | 1,310 | 698 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.9% | 21.8% |
| Students per teacher | 28.5 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 82% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mitchell Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.1 vs 34.9).
- •Mitchell Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 37%).
- •Mitchell Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 44%).
- •Mitchell Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 56.9%).
- •Mitchell Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 28.5).
- •Jefferson High School is the larger school with 1,310 students compared with 698.
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 Jefferson High School better than Mitchell Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Mitchell Elementary School ranks higher (83.1 vs 34.9 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 Jefferson High School and Mitchell Elementary School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 1,310. Mitchell Elementary School: 698. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Mitchell Elementary School rank in Florida?
Jefferson High School is 470th of 576 and Mitchell Elementary School is 194th of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).