Fordham Early Learning Academy vs Howard Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fordham Early Learning Academy
Ocala · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
215 students
Howard Middle School
Ocala · Public middle · Grades 6–8
917 students
| Measure | Fordham Early Learning Academy Ocala, Florida | Howard Middle School Ocala, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #787 of 2,187 | #253 of 563 |
| National rank | #12871 of 50,301 | #5726 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 215 | 917 |
| Enrollment | 215 | 917 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.5% | 53.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 60% |
| city | Ocala | Ocala |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fordham Early Learning Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 58.9).
- •Fordham Early Learning Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 53.7%).
- •Fordham Early Learning Academy does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 18.7).
- •Howard Middle School is the larger school with 917 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 Fordham Early Learning Academy better than Howard Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Fordham Early Learning Academy ranks higher (67.8 vs 58.9 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 Fordham Early Learning Academy and Howard Middle School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Ocala and Ocala in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fordham Early Learning Academy: 215. Howard Middle School: 917. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fordham Early Learning Academy and Howard Middle School rank in Florida?
Fordham Early Learning Academy is 787th of 2,187 and Howard Middle School is 253rd of 563 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).