Coconut Palm K-8 Academy vs South Prep Scholars Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coconut Palm K-8 Academy
Homestead · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,159 students
South Prep Scholars Academy
Homestead · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
138 students
| Measure | Coconut Palm K-8 Academy Homestead, Florida | South Prep Scholars Academy Homestead, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2004 of 2,187 | #519 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #36172 of 50,301 | #7986 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,159 | 138 |
| Enrollment | 1,159 | 138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.6% | 2.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | – |
| Math proficiency | 44% | – |
| city | Homestead | Homestead |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Prep Scholars Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 33.6).
- •South Prep Scholars Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (2.2% vs 68.6%).
- •Coconut Palm K-8 Academy does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 19.7).
- •Coconut Palm K-8 Academy is the larger school with 1,159 students compared with 138.
- •Coconut Palm K-8 Academy is a public school while South Prep Scholars Academy 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 Coconut Palm K-8 Academy better than South Prep Scholars Academy?
On the Success Index (US), South Prep Scholars Academy ranks higher (75.0 vs 33.6 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 Coconut Palm K-8 Academy and South Prep Scholars Academy?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Homestead and Homestead in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Coconut Palm K-8 Academy: 1,159. South Prep Scholars Academy: 138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Coconut Palm K-8 Academy and South Prep Scholars Academy rank in Florida?
Coconut Palm K-8 Academy is 2004th of 2,187 and South Prep Scholars Academy is 519th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).