Academy for Advanced Academics vs Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 687 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy for Advanced Academics
Miami · Public high · Grades 11–12
136 students
Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary
Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
540 students
| Measure | Academy for Advanced Academics Miami, Florida | Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #311 of 576 | #389 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #8728 of 16,910 | #6014 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 11–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 136 | 540 |
| Enrollment | 136 | 540 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.4% | 52.2% |
| Students per teacher | 45.3 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 77% |
| Math proficiency | – | 86% |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.2 vs 48.6).
- •Academy for Advanced Academics does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.4% vs 52.2%).
- •Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 45.3).
- •Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary is the larger school with 540 students compared with 136.
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 for Advanced Academics better than Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary ranks higher (78.2 vs 48.6 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 Academy for Advanced Academics and Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary?
About 687 m in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for Advanced Academics: 136. Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary: 540. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for Advanced Academics and Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary rank in Florida?
Academy for Advanced Academics is 311th of 576 and Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary is 389th of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).