Kernan Middle School vs Sandalwood High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kernan Middle School
Jacksonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,086 students
Sandalwood High School
Jacksonville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,627 students
| Measure | Kernan Middle School Jacksonville, Florida | Sandalwood High School Jacksonville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #207 of 563 | #218 of 576 |
| National rank | #4793 of 15,369 | #6508 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,086 | 2,627 |
| Enrollment | 1,086 | 2,627 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.2% | 32.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 26.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 67% |
| city | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kernan Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 57.3).
- •Sandalwood High School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 59%).
- •Kernan Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 50%).
- •Sandalwood High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.9% vs 38.2%).
- •Kernan Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 26.0).
- •Sandalwood High School is the larger school with 2,627 students compared with 1,086.
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 Kernan Middle School better than Sandalwood High School?
On the Success Index (US), Kernan Middle School ranks higher (63.1 vs 57.3 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 Kernan Middle School and Sandalwood High School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Jacksonville and Jacksonville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kernan Middle School: 1,086. Sandalwood High School: 2,627. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kernan Middle School and Sandalwood High School rank in Florida?
Kernan Middle School is 207th of 563 and Sandalwood High School is 218th of 576 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).