Golden Glades Elementary School vs Myrtle Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Glades Elementary School
Opa Locka · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
210 students
Myrtle Grove Elementary
Miami Gardens · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
154 students
| Measure | Golden Glades Elementary School Opa Locka, Florida | Myrtle Grove Elementary Miami Gardens, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1612 of 2,187 | #1807 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #27612 of 50,301 | #31538 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 210 | 154 |
| Enrollment | 210 | 154 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79% | 79.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 58% |
| city | Opa Locka | Miami Gardens |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Glades Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 40.6).
- •Golden Glades Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 58%).
- •Golden Glades Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Golden Glades Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79% vs 79.2%).
- •Golden Glades Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 17.1).
- •Golden Glades Elementary School is the larger school with 210 students compared with 154.
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 Golden Glades Elementary School better than Myrtle Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Glades Elementary School ranks higher (46.4 vs 40.6 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 Golden Glades Elementary School and Myrtle Grove Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Opa Locka and Miami Gardens in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Glades Elementary School: 210. Myrtle Grove Elementary: 154. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Glades Elementary School and Myrtle Grove Elementary rank in Florida?
Golden Glades Elementary School is 1612th of 2,187 and Myrtle Grove Elementary is 1807th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).