A. L. Mebane Middle School vs Union Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 223 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A. L. Mebane Middle School
Alachua · Public middle · Grades 6–8
385 students
Union Academy
Bartow · Public middle · Grades 6–8
382 students
| Measure | A. L. Mebane Middle School Alachua, Florida | Union Academy Bartow, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #346 of 563 | #102 of 563 |
| National rank | #7659 of 15,369 | #2553 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 385 | 382 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.1% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 79% |
| city | Alachua | Bartow |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Union Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 49.9).
- •Union Academy does better on math proficiency (79% vs 48%).
- •Union Academy does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 50%).
- •Union Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49% vs 50.1%).
- •Union Academy does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 20.3).
- •A. L. Mebane Middle School is the larger school with 385 students compared with 382.
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 A. L. Mebane Middle School better than Union Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Union Academy ranks higher (74.0 vs 49.9 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 A. L. Mebane Middle School and Union Academy?
About 223 km in a straight line, between Alachua and Bartow in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. L. Mebane Middle School: 385. Union Academy: 382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. L. Mebane Middle School and Union Academy rank in Florida?
A. L. Mebane Middle School is 346th of 563 and Union Academy is 102nd of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).