L. A. Ainger Middle School vs Pines Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 225 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L. A. Ainger Middle School
Rotonda West · Public middle · Grades 6–8
625 students
Pines Middle School
Pembroke Pines · Public middle · Grades 6–8
626 students
| Measure | L. A. Ainger Middle School Rotonda West, Florida | Pines Middle School Pembroke Pines, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #139 of 563 | #430 of 563 |
| National rank | #3300 of 15,369 | #9470 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 625 | 626 |
| Enrollment | 625 | 626 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37% | 44.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 36% |
| city | Rotonda West | Pembroke Pines |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •L. A. Ainger Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.2 vs 41.6).
- •L. A. Ainger Middle School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 36%).
- •L. A. Ainger Middle School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 45%).
- •L. A. Ainger Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37% vs 44.2%).
- •L. A. Ainger Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 21.6).
- •Pines Middle School is the larger school with 626 students compared with 625.
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 L. A. Ainger Middle School better than Pines Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), L. A. Ainger Middle School ranks higher (70.2 vs 41.6 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 L. A. Ainger Middle School and Pines Middle School?
About 225 km in a straight line, between Rotonda West and Pembroke Pines in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L. A. Ainger Middle School: 625. Pines Middle School: 626. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L. A. Ainger Middle School and Pines Middle School rank in Florida?
L. A. Ainger Middle School is 139th of 563 and Pines Middle School is 430th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).