Kathleen Middle School vs R J Murray Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 207 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kathleen Middle School
Lakeland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
742 students
R J Murray Middle School
ST Augustine · Public middle · Grades 6–8
742 students
| Measure | Kathleen Middle School Lakeland, Florida | R J Murray Middle School ST Augustine, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #494 of 563 | #250 of 563 |
| National rank | #11674 of 15,369 | #5665 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 742 | 742 |
| Enrollment | 742 | 742 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.1% | 55.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 59% |
| city | Lakeland | ST Augustine |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R J Murray Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 31.3).
- •R J Murray Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 40%).
- •R J Murray Middle School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 38%).
- •R J Murray Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.8% vs 80.1%).
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 Kathleen Middle School better than R J Murray Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), R J Murray Middle School ranks higher (59.2 vs 31.3 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 Kathleen Middle School and R J Murray Middle School?
About 207 km in a straight line, between Lakeland and ST Augustine in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kathleen Middle School: 742. R J Murray Middle School: 742. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kathleen Middle School and R J Murray Middle School rank in Florida?
Kathleen Middle School is 494th of 563 and R J Murray Middle School is 250th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).