Central Middle School vs W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.4 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
W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science
West Melbourne · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
605 students
| Measure | Central Middle School West Melbourne, Florida | W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science West Melbourne, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #244 of 563 | #123 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #5563 of 15,369 | #2239 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,059 | 605 |
| Enrollment | 1,059 | 605 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.1% | 20% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 84% |
| city | West Melbourne | West Melbourne |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.5 vs 59.6).
- •W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science does better on math proficiency (84% vs 60%).
- •W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 55%).
- •W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20% vs 53.1%).
- •W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.1).
- •Central Middle School is the larger school with 1,059 students compared with 605.
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 W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science?
On the Success Index (US), W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science ranks higher (85.5 vs 59.6 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 W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between West Melbourne and West Melbourne in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 1,059. W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science: 605. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science rank in Florida?
Central Middle School is 244th of 563 and W. Melbourne Elementary School for Science is 123rd of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).