Academy at the Farm vs Kirkland Ranch K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy at the Farm
Dade City · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
761 students
Kirkland Ranch K-8
Wesley Chapel · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,145 students
| Measure | Academy at the Farm Dade City, Florida | Kirkland Ranch K-8 Wesley Chapel, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #136 of 2,187 | #740 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #2466 of 50,301 | #12013 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 761 | 1,145 |
| Enrollment | 761 | 1,145 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.5% | 21% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | – |
| Math proficiency | 79% | – |
| city | Dade City | Wesley Chapel |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy at the Farm scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.9 vs 69.0).
- •Academy at the Farm does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.5% vs 21%).
- •Academy at the Farm does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.1).
- •Kirkland Ranch K-8 is the larger school with 1,145 students compared with 761.
- •Academy at the Farm is a charter school while Kirkland Ranch K-8 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 Academy at the Farm better than Kirkland Ranch K-8?
On the Success Index (US), Academy at the Farm ranks higher (84.9 vs 69.0 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 Academy at the Farm and Kirkland Ranch K-8?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Dade City and Wesley Chapel in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy at the Farm: 761. Kirkland Ranch K-8: 1,145. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy at the Farm and Kirkland Ranch K-8 rank in Florida?
Academy at the Farm is 136th of 2,187 and Kirkland Ranch K-8 is 740th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).