Arlington Elementary School vs Desoto Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 277 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlington Elementary School
Jacksonville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
179 students
Desoto Elementary School
Tampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
180 students
| Measure | Arlington Elementary School Jacksonville, Florida | Desoto Elementary School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1540 of 2,187 | #1958 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #26328 of 50,301 | #34872 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 179 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 179 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.9% | 73.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Jacksonville | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arlington Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.2 vs 35.6).
- •Arlington Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Arlington Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.9% vs 73.3%).
- •Desoto Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 13.8).
- •Desoto Elementary School is the larger school with 180 students compared with 179.
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 Arlington Elementary School better than Desoto Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Arlington Elementary School ranks higher (48.2 vs 35.6 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 Arlington Elementary School and Desoto Elementary School?
About 277 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlington Elementary School: 179. Desoto Elementary School: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlington Elementary School and Desoto Elementary School rank in Florida?
Arlington Elementary School is 1540th of 2,187 and Desoto Elementary School is 1958th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).