Fessenden Elementary School vs Fordham Early Learning Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fessenden Elementary School
Ocala · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
Fordham Early Learning Academy
Ocala · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
215 students
| Measure | Fessenden Elementary School Ocala, Florida | Fordham Early Learning Academy Ocala, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2114 of 2,187 | #787 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #40262 of 50,301 | #12871 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 430 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.3% | 40.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Ocala | Ocala |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fordham Early Learning Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 27.2).
- •Fordham Early Learning Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 75.3%).
- •Fordham Early Learning Academy does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.9).
- •Fessenden Elementary School is the larger school with 430 students compared with 215.
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 Fessenden Elementary School better than Fordham Early Learning Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Fordham Early Learning Academy ranks higher (67.8 vs 27.2 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 Fessenden Elementary School and Fordham Early Learning Academy?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Ocala and Ocala in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fessenden Elementary School: 430. Fordham Early Learning Academy: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fessenden Elementary School and Fordham Early Learning Academy rank in Florida?
Fessenden Elementary School is 2114th of 2,187 and Fordham Early Learning Academy is 787th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).