Christa McAuliffe Elementary School vs Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Christa McAuliffe Elementary School
Palm Bay · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
687 students
Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar
Palm Bay · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
724 students
| Measure | Christa McAuliffe Elementary School Palm Bay, Florida | Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar Palm Bay, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #880 of 2,187 | #908 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #14447 of 50,301 | #14930 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 687 | 724 |
| Enrollment | 687 | 724 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.4% | 24.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | – |
| Math proficiency | 65% | – |
| city | Palm Bay | Palm Bay |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.5 vs 64.8).
- •Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.9% vs 60.4%).
- •Christa McAuliffe Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.8).
- •Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar is the larger school with 724 students compared with 687.
- •Christa McAuliffe Elementary School is a public school while Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar 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.
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 Christa McAuliffe Elementary School better than Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar?
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 Christa McAuliffe Elementary School and Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Palm Bay and Palm Bay in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Christa McAuliffe Elementary School: 687. Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar: 724. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Christa McAuliffe Elementary School and Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar rank in Florida?
Christa McAuliffe Elementary School is 880th of 2,187 and Pineapple Cove Classical Academy at Lockmar is 908th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).