Dover Elementary vs Independence Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dover Elementary
Dover · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
530 students
Independence Academy
Dover · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
811 students
| Measure | Dover Elementary Dover, Florida | Independence Academy Dover, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1975 of 2,187 | #865 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #35438 of 50,301 | #14107 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 530 | 811 |
| Enrollment | 530 | 811 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.5% | 15.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 58% |
| city | Dover | Dover |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independence Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.0 vs 34.7).
- •Independence Academy does better on math proficiency (58% vs 51%).
- •Independence Academy does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 29%).
- •Independence Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.8% vs 71.5%).
- •Dover Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 20.3).
- •Independence Academy is the larger school with 811 students compared with 530.
- •Dover Elementary is a public school while Independence 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 Dover Elementary better than Independence Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Independence Academy ranks higher (66.0 vs 34.7 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 Dover Elementary and Independence Academy?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Dover and Dover in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dover Elementary: 530. Independence Academy: 811. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dover Elementary and Independence Academy rank in Florida?
Dover Elementary is 1975th of 2,187 and Independence Academy is 865th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).