Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks vs Jupiter Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 311 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks
Ocala · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,260 students
Jupiter Middle School
Jupiter · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,272 students
| Measure | Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks Ocala, Florida | Jupiter Middle School Jupiter, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #448 of 563 | #100 of 563 |
| National rank | #10062 of 15,369 | #2541 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,260 | 1,272 |
| Enrollment | 1,260 | 1,272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 72% |
| city | Ocala | Jupiter |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jupiter Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 38.9).
- •Jupiter Middle School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 42%).
- •Jupiter Middle School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 42%).
- •Jupiter Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 60.2%).
- •Jupiter Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 20.0).
- •Jupiter Middle School is the larger school with 1,272 students compared with 1,260.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks better than Jupiter Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Jupiter Middle School ranks higher (74.0 vs 38.9 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 Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks and Jupiter Middle School?
About 311 km in a straight line, between Ocala and Jupiter in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks: 1,260. Jupiter Middle School: 1,272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks and Jupiter Middle School rank in Florida?
Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks is 448th of 563 and Jupiter Middle School is 100th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).