Farnell Middle School vs Howard Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 135 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Farnell Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,184 students
Howard Middle
Orlando · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,185 students
| Measure | Farnell Middle School Tampa, Florida | Howard Middle Orlando, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #57 of 563 | #66 of 563 |
| National rank | #1566 of 15,369 | #1741 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,184 | 1,185 |
| Enrollment | 1,184 | 1,185 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.9% | 27.8% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 77% |
| city | Tampa | Orlando |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Farnell Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 78.4).
- •Farnell Middle School does better on math proficiency (81% vs 77%).
- •Howard Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 78%).
- •Farnell Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.9% vs 27.8%).
- •Howard Middle does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 24.2).
- •Howard Middle is the larger school with 1,185 students compared with 1,184.
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 Farnell Middle School better than Howard Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Farnell Middle School ranks higher (79.5 vs 78.4 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 Farnell Middle School and Howard Middle?
About 135 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Orlando in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Farnell Middle School: 1,184. Howard Middle: 1,185. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Farnell Middle School and Howard Middle rank in Florida?
Farnell Middle School is 57th of 563 and Howard Middle is 66th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).