Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts vs Somerset Academy Silver Palms
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts
Goulds · Public high · Grades 6–12
514 students
Somerset Academy Silver Palms
Homestead · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
1,890 students
| Measure | Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts Goulds, Florida | Somerset Academy Silver Palms Homestead, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #263 of 576 | #977 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #7609 of 16,910 | #16063 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 514 | 1,890 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 1,890 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.9% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 84% |
| city | Goulds | Homestead |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Somerset Academy Silver Palms scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 52.9).
- •Somerset Academy Silver Palms does better on math proficiency (84% vs 53%).
- •Somerset Academy Silver Palms does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 60%).
- •Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.9% vs 85.9%).
- •Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 23.6).
- •Somerset Academy Silver Palms is the larger school with 1,890 students compared with 514.
- •Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts is a public school while Somerset Academy Silver Palms is a charter 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 Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts better than Somerset Academy Silver Palms?
On the Success Index (US), Somerset Academy Silver Palms ranks higher (63.1 vs 52.9 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 Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts and Somerset Academy Silver Palms?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Goulds and Homestead in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts: 514. Somerset Academy Silver Palms: 1,890. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts and Somerset Academy Silver Palms rank in Florida?
Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts is 263rd of 576 and Somerset Academy Silver Palms is 977th of 2,187 among high schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).