Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle vs Equitas Academy #2
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle
Los Angeles · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
437 students
Equitas Academy #2
Los Angeles · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
437 students
| Measure | Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle Los Angeles, California | Equitas Academy #2 Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1024 of 1,334 | #641 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14107 of 15,369 | #11073 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 437 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.3% | 93.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 46% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Equitas Academy #2 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.0 vs 18.0).
- •Equitas Academy #2 does better on math proficiency (46% vs 27%).
- •Equitas Academy #2 does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 35%).
- •Equitas Academy #2 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.6% vs 97.3%).
- •Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle does better on students per teacher (20.8 vs 24.3).
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 Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle better than Equitas Academy #2?
On the Success Index (US), Equitas Academy #2 ranks higher (34.0 vs 18.0 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 Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle and Equitas Academy #2?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle: 437. Equitas Academy #2: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle and Equitas Academy #2 rank in California?
Animo Florence-Firestone Charter Middle is 1024th of 1,334 and Equitas Academy #2 is 641st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).