International Studies Academy Middle School vs McNicol Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
International Studies Academy Middle School
Miami · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
288 students
McNicol Middle School
Hollywood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
580 students
| Measure | International Studies Academy Middle School Miami, Florida | McNicol Middle School Hollywood, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #333 of 563 | #465 of 563 |
| National rank | #7388 of 15,369 | #10734 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 288 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 54.5% |
| Students per teacher | – | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 36% |
| Math proficiency | – | 40% |
| city | Miami | Hollywood |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •International Studies Academy Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 35.6).
- •International Studies Academy Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 54.5%).
- •McNicol Middle School is the larger school with 580 students compared with 288.
- •International Studies Academy Middle School is a charter school while McNicol Middle 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 International Studies Academy Middle School better than McNicol Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), International Studies Academy Middle School ranks higher (51.2 vs 35.6 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 International Studies Academy Middle School and McNicol Middle School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Miami and Hollywood in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
International Studies Academy Middle School: 288. McNicol Middle School: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do International Studies Academy Middle School and McNicol Middle School rank in Florida?
International Studies Academy Middle School is 333rd of 563 and McNicol Middle School is 465th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).