Lakeland Highlands Middle School vs Mandarin Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 249 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeland Highlands Middle School
Lakeland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,118 students
Mandarin Middle School
Jacksonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,118 students
| Measure | Lakeland Highlands Middle School Lakeland, Florida | Mandarin Middle School Jacksonville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #243 of 563 | #170 of 563 |
| National rank | #5544 of 15,369 | #4144 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,118 | 1,118 |
| Enrollment | 1,118 | 1,118 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.4% | 27.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 63% |
| city | Lakeland | Jacksonville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mandarin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.2 vs 59.7).
- •Mandarin Middle School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 60%).
- •Mandarin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.6% vs 52.4%).
- •Lakeland Highlands Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 21.9).
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 Lakeland Highlands Middle School better than Mandarin Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Mandarin Middle School ranks higher (66.2 vs 59.7 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 Lakeland Highlands Middle School and Mandarin Middle School?
About 249 km in a straight line, between Lakeland and Jacksonville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeland Highlands Middle School: 1,118. Mandarin Middle School: 1,118. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeland Highlands Middle School and Mandarin Middle School rank in Florida?
Lakeland Highlands Middle School is 243rd of 563 and Mandarin Middle School is 170th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).