Frederick R. Douglass Elementary vs Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 264 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary
Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
187 students
Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School
Miami · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
168 students
| Measure | Frederick R. Douglass Elementary Miami, Florida | Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1985 of 2,187 | #1984 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #35781 of 50,301 | #35746 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 187 | 168 |
| Enrollment | 187 | 168 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.6% | 94% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.2 vs 34.3).
- •Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Frederick R. Douglass Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.6% vs 94%).
- •Frederick R. Douglass Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 18.7).
- •Frederick R. Douglass Elementary is the larger school with 187 students compared with 168.
- •Frederick R. Douglass Elementary is a public school while Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School 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 Frederick R. Douglass Elementary better than Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Frederick R. Douglass Elementary and Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School?
About 264 m in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary: 187. Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School: 168. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frederick R. Douglass Elementary and Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School rank in Florida?
Frederick R. Douglass Elementary is 1985th of 2,187 and Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School is 1984th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).