Lake Magdalene Elementary School vs Legacy Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Magdalene Elementary School
Tampa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
739 students
Legacy Preparatory Academy
Tampa · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
102 students
| Measure | Lake Magdalene Elementary School Tampa, Florida | Legacy Preparatory Academy Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1180 of 2,187 | #1892 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #19792 of 50,301 | #33515 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 739 | 102 |
| Enrollment | 739 | 102 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.7% | 94.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 42% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Magdalene Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.7 vs 37.7).
- •Lake Magdalene Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •Lake Magdalene Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Lake Magdalene Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.7% vs 94.1%).
- •Lake Magdalene Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 20.4).
- •Lake Magdalene Elementary School is the larger school with 739 students compared with 102.
- •Lake Magdalene Elementary School is a public school while Legacy Preparatory Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Lake Magdalene Elementary School better than Legacy Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Magdalene Elementary School ranks higher (57.7 vs 37.7 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 Lake Magdalene Elementary School and Legacy Preparatory Academy?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lake Magdalene Elementary School: 739. Legacy Preparatory Academy: 102. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lake Magdalene Elementary School and Legacy Preparatory Academy rank in Florida?
Lake Magdalene Elementary School is 1180th of 2,187 and Legacy Preparatory Academy is 1892nd of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).