Idea Lakeland vs McKeel Academy of Technology
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.0 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
McKeel Academy of Technology
Lakeland · Charter high · Grades 7–12
1,750 students
| Measure | Idea Lakeland Lakeland, Florida | McKeel Academy of Technology Lakeland, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2152 of 2,187 | #72 of 576 |
| National rank | #42759 of 50,301 | #2595 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 452 | 1,750 |
| Enrollment | 452 | 1,750 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 36.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 80% |
| Math proficiency | – | 85% |
| city | Lakeland | Lakeland |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKeel Academy of Technology scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 23.3).
- •McKeel Academy of Technology does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.2% vs 81.9%).
- •Idea Lakeland does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 23.6).
- •McKeel Academy of Technology is the larger school with 1,750 students compared with 452.
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 McKeel Academy of Technology?
On the Success Index (US), McKeel Academy of Technology ranks higher (72.9 vs 23.3 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 Idea Lakeland and McKeel Academy of Technology?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Lakeland and Lakeland in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Lakeland: 452. McKeel Academy of Technology: 1,750. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Lakeland and McKeel Academy of Technology rank in Florida?
Idea Lakeland is 2152nd of 2,187 and McKeel Academy of Technology is 72nd of 576 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).