Caloosa Middle School vs Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Caloosa Middle School
Cape Coral · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,018 students
Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School
Cape Coral · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
606 students
| Measure | Caloosa Middle School Cape Coral, Florida | Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School Cape Coral, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #388 of 563 | #1645 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #8420 of 15,369 | #28157 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,018 | 606 |
| Enrollment | 1,018 | 606 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.7% | 60.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 47% |
| city | Cape Coral | Cape Coral |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (46.4 vs 45.6).
- •Caloosa Middle School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 43%).
- •Caloosa Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 60.6%).
- •Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 20.8).
- •Caloosa Middle School is the larger school with 1,018 students compared with 606.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Caloosa Middle School better than Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Caloosa Middle School and Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Cape Coral and Cape Coral in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Caloosa Middle School: 1,018. Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School: 606. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Caloosa Middle School and Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School rank in Florida?
Caloosa Middle School is 388th of 563 and Hector A. Cafferata JR Elementary School is 1645th of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).