Hobbs Middle School vs Kathleen Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 562 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hobbs Middle School
Milton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
743 students
Kathleen Middle School
Lakeland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
742 students
| Measure | Hobbs Middle School Milton, Florida | Kathleen Middle School Lakeland, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #351 of 563 | #494 of 563 |
| National rank | #7787 of 15,369 | #11674 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 743 | 742 |
| Enrollment | 743 | 742 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.3% | 80.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 40% |
| city | Milton | Lakeland |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hobbs Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 31.3).
- •Hobbs Middle School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 40%).
- •Hobbs Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 38%).
- •Hobbs Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.3% vs 80.1%).
- •Kathleen Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 24.0).
- •Hobbs Middle School is the larger school with 743 students compared with 742.
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 Hobbs Middle School better than Kathleen Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hobbs Middle School ranks higher (49.3 vs 31.3 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 Hobbs Middle School and Kathleen Middle School?
About 562 km in a straight line, between Milton and Lakeland in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hobbs Middle School: 743. Kathleen Middle School: 742. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hobbs Middle School and Kathleen Middle School rank in Florida?
Hobbs Middle School is 351st of 563 and Kathleen Middle School is 494th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).