Central Middle School vs Imagine Schools at West Melbourne
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
West Melbourne · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,059 students
Imagine Schools at West Melbourne
West Melbourne · Charter elementary · Grades K–7
665 students
| Measure | Central Middle School West Melbourne, Florida | Imagine Schools at West Melbourne West Melbourne, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #244 of 563 | #1553 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #5563 of 15,369 | #26551 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–7 |
| Students | 1,059 | 665 |
| Enrollment | 1,059 | 665 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.1% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 47% |
| city | West Melbourne | West Melbourne |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 47.9).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 47%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 52%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.1% vs 54%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 19.6).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 1,059 students compared with 665.
- •Central Middle School is a public school while Imagine Schools at West Melbourne 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 Central Middle School better than Imagine Schools at West Melbourne?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (59.6 vs 47.9 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 Central Middle School and Imagine Schools at West Melbourne?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between West Melbourne and West Melbourne in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 1,059. Imagine Schools at West Melbourne: 665. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Imagine Schools at West Melbourne rank in Florida?
Central Middle School is 244th of 563 and Imagine Schools at West Melbourne is 1553rd of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).