Idea Lakeland vs North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 2.5 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
North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice
Lakeland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
658 students
| Measure | Idea Lakeland Lakeland, Florida | North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice Lakeland, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2152 of 2,187 | #1845 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #42759 of 50,301 | #32356 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 452 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 452 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 77.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 43% |
| Math proficiency | – | 49% |
| city | Lakeland | Lakeland |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 23.3).
- •North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.5% vs 81.9%).
- •North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 18.8).
- •North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice is the larger school with 658 students compared with 452.
- •Idea Lakeland is a charter school while North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice 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 North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice?
On the Success Index (US), North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice ranks higher (39.4 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 North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Lakeland and Lakeland in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Lakeland: 452. North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Lakeland and North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice rank in Florida?
Idea Lakeland is 2152nd of 2,187 and North Lakeland Elementary School of Choice is 1845th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).