Ferrell Middle Magnet School vs James A. Shanks Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 358 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferrell Middle Magnet School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
437 students
James A. Shanks Middle School
Quincy · Public middle · Grades 4–8
434 students
| Measure | Ferrell Middle Magnet School Tampa, Florida | James A. Shanks Middle School Quincy, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #289 of 563 | #537 of 563 |
| National rank | #6440 of 15,369 | #12926 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 437 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.6% | 90.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 41% |
| city | Tampa | Quincy |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ferrell Middle Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.6 vs 24.6).
- •Ferrell Middle Magnet School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 41%).
- •Ferrell Middle Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 29%).
- •Ferrell Middle Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.6% vs 90.8%).
- •James A. Shanks Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.7 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 Ferrell Middle Magnet School better than James A. Shanks Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Ferrell Middle Magnet School ranks higher (55.6 vs 24.6 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 Ferrell Middle Magnet School and James A. Shanks Middle School?
About 358 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Quincy in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ferrell Middle Magnet School: 437. James A. Shanks Middle School: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ferrell Middle Magnet School and James A. Shanks Middle School rank in Florida?
Ferrell Middle Magnet School is 289th of 563 and James A. Shanks Middle School is 537th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).