Hartridge Academy vs Jere L. Stambaugh Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hartridge Academy
Winter Haven · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
200 students
Jere L. Stambaugh Middle
Auburndale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,013 students
| Measure | Hartridge Academy Winter Haven, Florida | Jere L. Stambaugh Middle Auburndale, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 2,187 | #559 of 563 |
| National rank | #6088 of 50,301 | #13879 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 200 | 1,013 |
| Enrollment | 200 | 1,013 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.5% | 75.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 28% |
| city | Winter Haven | Auburndale |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hartridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 19.4).
- •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 75.8%).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 22.0).
- •Jere L. Stambaugh Middle is the larger school with 1,013 students compared with 200.
- •Hartridge Academy is a charter school while Jere L. Stambaugh Middle is a public 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 Hartridge Academy better than Jere L. Stambaugh Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hartridge Academy ranks higher (78.1 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 Hartridge Academy and Jere L. Stambaugh Middle?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Winter Haven and Auburndale in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hartridge Academy: 200. Jere L. Stambaugh Middle: 1,013. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hartridge Academy and Jere L. Stambaugh Middle rank in Florida?
Hartridge Academy is 397th of 2,187 and Jere L. Stambaugh Middle is 559th of 563 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).