Idea Lakeland vs Kathleen Senior High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea Lakeland
Lakeland · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
452 students
Kathleen Senior High School
Lakeland · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,861 students
| Measure | Idea Lakeland Lakeland, Florida | Kathleen Senior High School Lakeland, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2152 of 2,187 | #558 of 576 |
| National rank | #42759 of 50,301 | #14726 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 452 | 1,861 |
| Enrollment | 452 | 1,861 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 69.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 36% |
| Math proficiency | – | 26% |
| city | Lakeland | Lakeland |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.3 vs 23.2).
- •Kathleen Senior High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.8% vs 81.9%).
- •Idea Lakeland does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 24.5).
- •Kathleen Senior High School is the larger school with 1,861 students compared with 452.
- •Idea Lakeland is a charter school while Kathleen Senior High 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 Idea Lakeland better than Kathleen Senior High School?
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 Idea Lakeland and Kathleen Senior High School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Lakeland and Lakeland in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Lakeland: 452. Kathleen Senior High School: 1,861. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Lakeland and Kathleen Senior High School rank in Florida?
Idea Lakeland is 2152nd of 2,187 and Kathleen Senior High School is 558th of 576 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).