St. Lucie West Centennial High vs Tradition Preparatory High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Florida, United States, 8.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St. Lucie West Centennial High
Port ST Lucie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,914 students
Tradition Preparatory High School
Fort Lauderdale · Charter high · Grades 9–12
956 students
| Measure | St. Lucie West Centennial High Port ST Lucie, Florida | Tradition Preparatory High School Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #391 of 576 | #291 of 576 |
| National rank | #10322 of 16,910 | #8118 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,914 | 956 |
| Enrollment | 2,914 | 956 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 36.5% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | – |
| Math proficiency | 39% | – |
| city | Port ST Lucie | Fort Lauderdale |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tradition Preparatory High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.1 vs 42.6).
- •Tradition Preparatory High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.5% vs 50.9%).
- •Tradition Preparatory High School does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 25.3).
- •St. Lucie West Centennial High is the larger school with 2,914 students compared with 956.
- •St. Lucie West Centennial High is a public school while Tradition Preparatory High School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 St. Lucie West Centennial High better than Tradition Preparatory High School?
On the Success Index (US), Tradition Preparatory High School ranks higher (51.1 vs 42.6 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 St. Lucie West Centennial High and Tradition Preparatory High School?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Port ST Lucie and Fort Lauderdale in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
St. Lucie West Centennial High: 2,914. Tradition Preparatory High School: 956. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do St. Lucie West Centennial High and Tradition Preparatory High School rank in Florida?
St. Lucie West Centennial High is 391st of 576 and Tradition Preparatory High School is 291st of 576 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).