Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks vs Thomas E. Weightman Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 84 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
Thomas E. Weightman Middle School
Wesley Chapel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,270 students
| Measure | Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks Ocala, Florida | Thomas E. Weightman Middle School Wesley Chapel, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #448 of 563 | #123 of 563 |
| National rank | #10062 of 15,369 | #3054 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,260 | 1,270 |
| Enrollment | 1,260 | 1,270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 27.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 68% |
| city | Ocala | Wesley Chapel |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas E. Weightman Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 38.9).
- •Thomas E. Weightman Middle School does better on math proficiency (68% vs 42%).
- •Thomas E. Weightman Middle School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 42%).
- •Thomas E. Weightman Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.5% vs 60.2%).
- •Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 21.2).
- •Thomas E. Weightman Middle School is the larger school with 1,270 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks better than Thomas E. Weightman Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas E. Weightman Middle School ranks higher (71.4 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 Thomas E. Weightman Middle School?
About 84 km in a straight line, between Ocala and Wesley Chapel in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks: 1,260. Thomas E. Weightman Middle School: 1,270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks and Thomas E. Weightman Middle School rank in Florida?
Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks is 448th of 563 and Thomas E. Weightman Middle School is 123rd of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).