David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School vs Desoto Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 236 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School
Daytona Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
922 students
Desoto Middle School
Arcadia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
922 students
| Measure | David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School Daytona Beach, Florida | Desoto Middle School Arcadia, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #279 of 563 | #466 of 563 |
| National rank | #6166 of 15,369 | #10751 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 922 | 922 |
| Enrollment | 922 | 922 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.3% | 57.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 36% |
| city | Daytona Beach | Arcadia |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.8 vs 35.5).
- •David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 36%).
- •David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 35%).
- •David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.3% vs 57.5%).
- •Desoto Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 18.4).
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 David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School better than Desoto Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School ranks higher (56.8 vs 35.5 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 David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School and Desoto Middle School?
About 236 km in a straight line, between Daytona Beach and Arcadia in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School: 922. Desoto Middle School: 922. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School and Desoto Middle School rank in Florida?
David C. Hinson Sr. Middle School is 279th of 563 and Desoto Middle School is 466th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).