Alexander Elementary School vs Pierce Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 341 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Elementary School
Tampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
579 students
Pierce Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
858 students
| Measure | Alexander Elementary School Tampa, Florida | Pierce Middle School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1020 of 2,187 | #461 of 563 |
| National rank | #16965 of 50,301 | #10639 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 579 | 858 |
| Enrollment | 579 | 858 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.4% | 67.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 48% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alexander Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.7 vs 36.1).
- •Alexander Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 48%).
- •Alexander Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Pierce Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 69.4%).
- •Alexander Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 22.6).
- •Pierce Middle School is the larger school with 858 students compared with 579.
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 Alexander Elementary School better than Pierce Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Alexander Elementary School ranks higher (61.7 vs 36.1 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 Alexander Elementary School and Pierce Middle School?
About 341 m in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Elementary School: 579. Pierce Middle School: 858. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Elementary School and Pierce Middle School rank in Florida?
Alexander Elementary School is 1020th of 2,187 and Pierce Middle School is 461st of 563 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).