Highlands Middle School vs Idea Bassett
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands Middle School
Jacksonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
685 students
Idea Bassett
Jacksonville · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,012 students
| Measure | Highlands Middle School Jacksonville, Florida | Idea Bassett Jacksonville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #535 of 563 | – |
| National rank | #12855 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 685 | 1,012 |
| Enrollment | 685 | 1,012 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.3% | 79.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.3% vs 79.1%).
- •Idea Bassett does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 22.1).
- •Idea Bassett is the larger school with 1,012 students compared with 685.
- •Highlands Middle School is a public school while Idea Bassett 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 Highlands Middle School better than Idea Bassett?
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 Highlands Middle School and Idea Bassett?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Jacksonville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands Middle School: 685. Idea Bassett: 1,012. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands Middle School and Idea Bassett rank in Florida?
Highlands Middle School is 535th of 563 and Idea Bassett is unranked among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).