Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School vs Starke Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 180 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School
Spring Hill · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
568 students
Starke Elementary School
Starke · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
568 students
| Measure | Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School Spring Hill, Florida | Starke Elementary School Starke, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1418 of 2,187 | #1290 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #23901 of 50,301 | #21837 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 568 | 568 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.2% | 64.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 57% |
| city | Spring Hill | Starke |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Starke Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.8 vs 51.8).
- •Starke Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 54%).
- •Starke Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 52%).
- •Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.2% vs 64.6%).
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 Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School better than Starke Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Starke Elementary School ranks higher (54.8 vs 51.8 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 Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School and Starke Elementary School?
About 180 km in a straight line, between Spring Hill and Starke in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School: 568. Starke Elementary School: 568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School and Starke Elementary School rank in Florida?
Dr. Mary Giella Elementary School is 1418th of 2,187 and Starke Elementary School is 1290th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).