Leto High School vs Pierce Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leto High School
Tampa · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,995 students
Pierce Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
858 students
| Measure | Leto High School Tampa, Florida | Pierce Middle School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #428 of 576 | #461 of 563 |
| National rank | #11092 of 16,910 | #10639 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,995 | 858 |
| Enrollment | 1,995 | 858 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.8% | 67.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 48% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leto High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 36.1).
- •Pierce Middle School does better on math proficiency (48% vs 46%).
- •Leto High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •Leto High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.8% vs 67.4%).
- •Pierce Middle School does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 25.3).
- •Leto High School is the larger school with 1,995 students compared with 858.
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 Leto High School better than Pierce Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Leto High School ranks higher (39.4 vs 36.1 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 Leto High School and Pierce Middle School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Leto High School: 1,995. Pierce Middle School: 858. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Leto High School and Pierce Middle School rank in Florida?
Leto High School is 428th of 576 and Pierce Middle School is 461st of 563 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).