Academir Middle School of Math and Science vs Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academir Middle School of Math and Science
Homestead · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
151 students
Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy
Homestead · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
643 students
| Measure | Academir Middle School of Math and Science Homestead, Florida | Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy Homestead, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #549 of 563 | #2010 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #13351 of 15,369 | #36379 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 151 | 643 |
| Enrollment | 151 | 643 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.8% | 72% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 30% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | Homestead | Homestead |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.3 vs 22.3).
- •Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72% vs 84.8%).
- •Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 25.2).
- •Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy is the larger school with 643 students compared with 151.
- •Academir Middle School of Math and Science is a charter school while Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy is a public 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 Academir Middle School of Math and Science better than Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy ranks higher (33.3 vs 22.3 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 Academir Middle School of Math and Science and Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Homestead and Homestead in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academir Middle School of Math and Science: 151. Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy: 643. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academir Middle School of Math and Science and Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy rank in Florida?
Academir Middle School of Math and Science is 549th of 563 and Mandarin Lakes K-8 Academy is 2010th of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).