James Elementary School vs Potter Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Elementary School
Tampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
388 students
Potter Elementary School
Tampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
467 students
| Measure | James Elementary School Tampa, Florida | Potter Elementary School Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2184 of 2,187 | #2181 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #47697 of 50,301 | #46831 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 388 | 467 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 467 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 27% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Potter Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.6 vs 14.9).
- •Potter Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 13%).
- •Potter Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 16%).
- •James Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.7% vs 85.9%).
- •James Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.7).
- •Potter Elementary School is the larger school with 467 students compared with 388.
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 Elementary School better than Potter Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Potter Elementary School ranks higher (16.6 vs 14.9 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 James Elementary School and Potter Elementary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Elementary School: 388. Potter Elementary School: 467. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Elementary School and Potter Elementary School rank in Florida?
James Elementary School is 2184th of 2,187 and Potter Elementary School is 2181st of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).