Barton Elementary School vs Highland Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barton Elementary School
Lake Worth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,185 students
Highland Elementary School
Lake Worth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
976 students
| Measure | Barton Elementary School Lake Worth, Florida | Highland Elementary School Lake Worth, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2026 of 2,187 | #1890 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #37078 of 50,301 | #33424 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,185 | 976 |
| Enrollment | 1,185 | 976 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.6% | 78.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 52% |
| city | Lake Worth | Lake Worth |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.8 vs 32.2).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Barton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 29%).
- •Barton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.6% vs 78.2%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 17.2).
- •Barton Elementary School is the larger school with 1,185 students compared with 976.
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 Barton Elementary School better than Highland Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary School ranks higher (37.8 vs 32.2 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 Barton Elementary School and Highland Elementary School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Lake Worth and Lake Worth in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barton Elementary School: 1,185. Highland Elementary School: 976. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barton Elementary School and Highland Elementary School rank in Florida?
Barton Elementary School is 2026th of 2,187 and Highland Elementary School is 1890th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).