Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred vs Hartridge Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred
Lake Alfred · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
1,039 students
Hartridge Academy
Winter Haven · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
200 students
| Measure | Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred Lake Alfred, Florida | Hartridge Academy Winter Haven, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #368 of 563 | #397 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #8013 of 15,369 | #6088 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,039 | 200 |
| Enrollment | 1,039 | 200 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.8% | 54.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 92% |
| city | Lake Alfred | Winter Haven |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hartridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 48.3).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on math proficiency (92% vs 51%).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 55%).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.5% vs 66.8%).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 21.6).
- •Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred is the larger school with 1,039 students compared with 200.
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 Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred better than Hartridge Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Hartridge Academy ranks higher (78.1 vs 48.3 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 Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred and Hartridge Academy?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Lake Alfred and Winter Haven in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred: 1,039. Hartridge Academy: 200. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred and Hartridge Academy rank in Florida?
Discovery Academy of Lake Alfred is 368th of 563 and Hartridge Academy is 397th of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).