Edgar L. Padgett Elementary vs Southport Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 431 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary
Lakeland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
531 students
Southport Elementary School
Southport · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
531 students
| Measure | Edgar L. Padgett Elementary Lakeland, Florida | Southport Elementary School Southport, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1442 of 2,187 | #1437 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #24253 of 50,301 | #24164 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 531 | 531 |
| Enrollment | 531 | 531 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.4% | 47.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| city | Lakeland | Southport |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.3 vs 51.5).
- •Edgar L. Padgett Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Edgar L. Padgett Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Southport Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.8% vs 71.4%).
- •Edgar L. Padgett Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.1).
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 Edgar L. Padgett Elementary better than Southport Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Edgar L. Padgett Elementary and Southport Elementary School?
About 431 km in a straight line, between Lakeland and Southport in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary: 531. Southport Elementary School: 531. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edgar L. Padgett Elementary and Southport Elementary School rank in Florida?
Edgar L. Padgett Elementary is 1442nd of 2,187 and Southport Elementary School is 1437th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).