Dowdell Middle Magnet School vs Madison Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dowdell Middle Magnet School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
657 students
Madison Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
658 students
| Measure | Dowdell Middle Magnet School Tampa, Florida | Madison Middle School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #538 of 563 | #405 of 563 |
| National rank | #12960 of 15,369 | #8915 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 657 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 657 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.7% | 56.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 49% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 24.4).
- •Madison Middle School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 35%).
- •Madison Middle School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 28%).
- •Madison Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.2% vs 66.7%).
- •Madison Middle School does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 23.5).
- •Madison Middle School is the larger school with 658 students compared with 657.
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 Dowdell Middle Magnet School better than Madison Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Madison Middle School ranks higher (44.1 vs 24.4 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 Dowdell Middle Magnet School and Madison Middle School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School: 657. Madison Middle School: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dowdell Middle Magnet School and Madison Middle School rank in Florida?
Dowdell Middle Magnet School is 538th of 563 and Madison Middle School is 405th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).