Fred G. Garner Academy vs Jere L. Stambaugh Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 4.1 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
Jere L. Stambaugh Middle
Auburndale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,013 students
| Measure | Fred G. Garner Academy Winter Haven, Florida | Jere L. Stambaugh Middle Auburndale, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2163 of 2,187 | #559 of 563 |
| National rank | #43959 of 50,301 | #13879 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 817 | 1,013 |
| Enrollment | 817 | 1,013 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.8% | 75.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 28% |
| city | Winter Haven | Auburndale |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fred G. Garner Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.4 vs 19.4).
- •Jere L. Stambaugh Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.8% vs 77.8%).
- •Fred G. Garner Academy does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 22.0).
- •Jere L. Stambaugh Middle is the larger school with 1,013 students compared with 817.
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 Jere L. Stambaugh Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Fred G. Garner Academy ranks higher (21.4 vs 19.4 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 Jere L. Stambaugh Middle?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Winter Haven and Auburndale in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fred G. Garner Academy: 817. Jere L. Stambaugh Middle: 1,013. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fred G. Garner Academy and Jere L. Stambaugh Middle rank in Florida?
Fred G. Garner Academy is 2163rd of 2,187 and Jere L. Stambaugh Middle is 559th of 563 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).