Hartridge Academy vs Walter Caldwell Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 2.8 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
Walter Caldwell Elementary School
Auburndale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
887 students
| Measure | Hartridge Academy Winter Haven, Florida | Walter Caldwell Elementary School Auburndale, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 2,187 | #1879 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #6088 of 50,301 | #33258 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 200 | 887 |
| Enrollment | 200 | 887 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.5% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 46% |
| city | Winter Haven | Auburndale |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hartridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.1 vs 38.1).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on math proficiency (92% vs 46%).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 41%).
- •Hartridge Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.5% vs 72.7%).
- •Walter Caldwell Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 18.2).
- •Walter Caldwell Elementary School is the larger school with 887 students compared with 200.
- •Hartridge Academy is a charter school while Walter Caldwell Elementary School 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 Walter Caldwell Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Hartridge Academy ranks higher (78.1 vs 38.1 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 Walter Caldwell Elementary School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Winter Haven and Auburndale in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hartridge Academy: 200. Walter Caldwell Elementary School: 887. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hartridge Academy and Walter Caldwell Elementary School rank in Florida?
Hartridge Academy is 397th of 2,187 and Walter Caldwell Elementary School is 1879th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).