Benito Middle School vs Dr. John Long Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benito Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
903 students
Dr. John Long Middle School
Wesley Chapel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,496 students
| Measure | Benito Middle School Tampa, Florida | Dr. John Long Middle School Wesley Chapel, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #125 of 563 | #61 of 563 |
| National rank | #3099 of 15,369 | #1645 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 903 | 1,496 |
| Enrollment | 903 | 1,496 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.7% | 18.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 82% |
| city | Tampa | Wesley Chapel |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. John Long Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 71.1).
- •Dr. John Long Middle School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Dr. John Long Middle School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 62%).
- •Dr. John Long Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.4% vs 28.7%).
- •Benito Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 21.4).
- •Dr. John Long Middle School is the larger school with 1,496 students compared with 903.
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 Benito Middle School better than Dr. John Long Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. John Long Middle School ranks higher (79.0 vs 71.1 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 Benito Middle School and Dr. John Long Middle School?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Wesley Chapel in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benito Middle School: 903. Dr. John Long Middle School: 1,496. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benito Middle School and Dr. John Long Middle School rank in Florida?
Benito Middle School is 125th of 563 and Dr. John Long Middle School is 61st of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).