Ernest Ward Middle School vs Ferrell Middle Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 586 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ernest Ward Middle School
Walnut Hill · Public middle · Grades 6–8
434 students
Ferrell Middle Magnet School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
437 students
| Measure | Ernest Ward Middle School Walnut Hill, Florida | Ferrell Middle Magnet School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #259 of 563 | #289 of 563 |
| National rank | #5830 of 15,369 | #6440 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 434 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.8% | 55.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 62% |
| city | Walnut Hill | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ernest Ward Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.3 vs 55.6).
- •Ferrell Middle Magnet School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 54%).
- •Ernest Ward Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.8% vs 55.6%).
- •Ernest Ward Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 20.8).
- •Ferrell Middle Magnet School is the larger school with 437 students compared with 434.
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 Ernest Ward Middle School better than Ferrell Middle Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Ernest Ward Middle School ranks higher (58.3 vs 55.6 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 Ernest Ward Middle School and Ferrell Middle Magnet School?
About 586 km in a straight line, between Walnut Hill and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ernest Ward Middle School: 434. Ferrell Middle Magnet School: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ernest Ward Middle School and Ferrell Middle Magnet School rank in Florida?
Ernest Ward Middle School is 259th of 563 and Ferrell Middle Magnet School is 289th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).