Central Middle School vs University Park Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 3.4 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
University Park Elementary School
Melbourne · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
529 students
| Measure | Central Middle School West Melbourne, Florida | University Park Elementary School Melbourne, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #244 of 563 | #2013 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #5563 of 15,369 | #36697 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,059 | 529 |
| Enrollment | 1,059 | 529 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.1% | 76.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 33% |
| city | West Melbourne | Melbourne |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 32.9).
- •Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 33%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 38%).
- •Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.1% vs 76.4%).
- •University Park Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 17.1).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 1,059 students compared with 529.
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 University Park Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (59.6 vs 32.9 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 University Park Elementary School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between West Melbourne and Melbourne in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 1,059. University Park Elementary School: 529. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and University Park Elementary School rank in Florida?
Central Middle School is 244th of 563 and University Park Elementary School is 2013th of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).