James A. Long Elementary School vs Lake Gem Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 119 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James A. Long Elementary School
Palatka · Public elementary · Grades K–6
565 students
Lake Gem Elementary
Orlando · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
565 students
| Measure | James A. Long Elementary School Palatka, Florida | Lake Gem Elementary Orlando, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1353 of 2,187 | #1323 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #22846 of 50,301 | #22299 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 565 | 565 |
| Enrollment | 565 | 565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 58.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 52% |
| city | Palatka | Orlando |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (53.3 vs 54.1).
- •James A. Long Elementary School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 52%).
- •James A. Long Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 49%).
- •James A. Long Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.5% vs 58.6%).
- •Lake Gem Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 18.8).
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 James A. Long Elementary School better than Lake Gem Elementary?
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 James A. Long Elementary School and Lake Gem Elementary?
About 119 km in a straight line, between Palatka and Orlando in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James A. Long Elementary School: 565. Lake Gem Elementary: 565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James A. Long Elementary School and Lake Gem Elementary rank in Florida?
James A. Long Elementary School is 1353rd of 2,187 and Lake Gem Elementary is 1323rd of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).