Lakeside Academy vs Valley Ridge Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeside Academy
ST Augustine · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,356 students
Valley Ridge Academy
Ponte Vedra · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,178 students
| Measure | Lakeside Academy ST Augustine, Florida | Valley Ridge Academy Ponte Vedra, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #788 of 2,187 | #135 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #12884 of 50,301 | #2463 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 1,356 | 1,178 |
| Enrollment | 1,356 | 1,178 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.6% | 17.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 84% |
| Math proficiency | – | 91% |
| city | ST Augustine | Ponte Vedra |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valley Ridge Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.0 vs 67.8).
- •Valley Ridge Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.2% vs 17.6%).
- •Lakeside Academy does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.8).
- •Lakeside Academy is the larger school with 1,356 students compared with 1,178.
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 Lakeside Academy better than Valley Ridge Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Valley Ridge Academy ranks higher (85.0 vs 67.8 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 Lakeside Academy and Valley Ridge Academy?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between ST Augustine and Ponte Vedra in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeside Academy: 1,356. Valley Ridge Academy: 1,178. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeside Academy and Valley Ridge Academy rank in Florida?
Lakeside Academy is 788th of 2,187 and Valley Ridge Academy is 135th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).