Jefferson High School vs Plant High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 3.7 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
Plant High School
Tampa · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,391 students
| Measure | Jefferson High School Tampa, Florida | Plant High School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #470 of 576 | #51 of 576 |
| National rank | #12215 of 16,910 | #2048 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,310 | 2,391 |
| Enrollment | 1,310 | 2,391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.9% | 14.3% |
| Students per teacher | 28.5 | 28.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 72% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plant High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 34.9).
- •Plant High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 37%).
- •Plant High School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 44%).
- •Plant High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.3% vs 56.9%).
- •Plant High School does better on students per teacher (28.1 vs 28.5).
- •Plant High School is the larger school with 2,391 students compared with 1,310.
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 Plant High School?
On the Success Index (US), Plant High School ranks higher (75.5 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 Plant High School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson High School: 1,310. Plant High School: 2,391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson High School and Plant High School rank in Florida?
Jefferson High School is 470th of 576 and Plant High School is 51st of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).