Academy for Advanced Academics vs Paul W. Bell Middle School
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.
Academy for Advanced Academics
Miami · Public high · Grades 11–12
136 students
Paul W. Bell Middle School
Miami · Public middle · Grades 6–8
483 students
| Measure | Academy for Advanced Academics Miami, Florida | Paul W. Bell Middle School Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #311 of 576 | #287 of 563 |
| National rank | #8728 of 16,910 | #6348 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 11–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 136 | 483 |
| Enrollment | 136 | 483 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.4% | 52.4% |
| Students per teacher | 45.3 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 54% |
| Math proficiency | – | 54% |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paul W. Bell Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.0 vs 48.6).
- •Academy for Advanced Academics does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.4% vs 52.4%).
- •Paul W. Bell Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 45.3).
- •Paul W. Bell Middle School is the larger school with 483 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 Paul W. Bell Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Paul W. Bell Middle School ranks higher (56.0 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 Paul W. Bell Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for Advanced Academics: 136. Paul W. Bell Middle School: 483. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for Advanced Academics and Paul W. Bell Middle School rank in Florida?
Academy for Advanced Academics is 311th of 576 and Paul W. Bell Middle School is 287th of 563 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).