Fred G. Garner Academy vs Hartridge Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fred G. Garner Academy
Winter Haven · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
817 students
Hartridge Academy
Winter Haven · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
200 students
| Measure | Fred G. Garner Academy Winter Haven, Florida | Hartridge Academy Winter Haven, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2163 of 2,187 | #397 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #43959 of 50,301 | #6088 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 817 | 200 |
| Enrollment | 817 | 200 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.8% | 54.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 92% |
| city | Winter Haven | Winter Haven |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hartridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 21.4).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on math proficiency (92% vs 28%).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 28%).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.5% vs 77.8%).
- •Fred G. Garner Academy does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.2).
- •Fred G. Garner Academy is the larger school with 817 students compared with 200.
- •Fred G. Garner Academy is a public school while Hartridge Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Fred G. Garner Academy better than Hartridge Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Hartridge Academy ranks higher (78.1 vs 21.4 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 Fred G. Garner Academy and Hartridge Academy?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Winter Haven and Winter Haven in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fred G. Garner Academy: 817. Hartridge Academy: 200. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fred G. Garner Academy and Hartridge Academy rank in Florida?
Fred G. Garner Academy is 2163rd of 2,187 and Hartridge Academy is 397th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).