John Hopkins Middle School vs Sligh Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 35 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Hopkins Middle School
ST Petersburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
757 students
Sligh Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
761 students
| Measure | John Hopkins Middle School ST Petersburg, Florida | Sligh Middle School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #435 of 563 | #546 of 563 |
| National rank | #9685 of 15,369 | #13290 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 757 | 761 |
| Enrollment | 757 | 761 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.9% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 31% |
| city | ST Petersburg | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Hopkins Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.6 vs 22.7).
- •John Hopkins Middle School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •John Hopkins Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 33%).
- •John Hopkins Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.9% vs 76.9%).
- •John Hopkins Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 21.7).
- •Sligh Middle School is the larger school with 761 students compared with 757.
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 John Hopkins Middle School better than Sligh Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), John Hopkins Middle School ranks higher (40.6 vs 22.7 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 John Hopkins Middle School and Sligh Middle School?
About 35 km in a straight line, between ST Petersburg and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Hopkins Middle School: 757. Sligh Middle School: 761. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Hopkins Middle School and Sligh Middle School rank in Florida?
John Hopkins Middle School is 435th of 563 and Sligh Middle School is 546th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).