Bradford Middle School vs Fort Caroline Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 68 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bradford Middle School
Starke · Public middle · Grades 7–8
408 students
Fort Caroline Middle School
Jacksonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
401 students
| Measure | Bradford Middle School Starke, Florida | Fort Caroline Middle School Jacksonville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #410 of 563 | #434 of 563 |
| National rank | #9026 of 15,369 | #9578 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 408 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 408 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.5% | 50.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 38% |
| city | Starke | Jacksonville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bradford Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 41.1).
- •Bradford Middle School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 38%).
- •Fort Caroline Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.6% vs 60.5%).
- •Fort Caroline Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 21.5).
- •Bradford Middle School is the larger school with 408 students compared with 401.
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 Bradford Middle School better than Fort Caroline Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Bradford Middle School ranks higher (43.6 vs 41.1 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 Bradford Middle School and Fort Caroline Middle School?
About 68 km in a straight line, between Starke and Jacksonville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bradford Middle School: 408. Fort Caroline Middle School: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bradford Middle School and Fort Caroline Middle School rank in Florida?
Bradford Middle School is 410th of 563 and Fort Caroline Middle School is 434th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).