Lancaster Elementary vs Palmetto Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lancaster Elementary
Orlando · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
646 students
Palmetto Elementary
Orlando · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,006 students
| Measure | Lancaster Elementary Orlando, Florida | Palmetto Elementary Orlando, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1496 of 2,187 | #1864 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #25638 of 50,301 | #32839 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 646 | 1,006 |
| Enrollment | 646 | 1,006 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 66.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 52% |
| city | Orlando | Orlando |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lancaster Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 38.7).
- •Lancaster Elementary does better on math proficiency (66% vs 52%).
- •Lancaster Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 35%).
- •Palmetto Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.4% vs 68.3%).
- •Lancaster Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 18.0).
- •Palmetto Elementary is the larger school with 1,006 students compared with 646.
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 Lancaster Elementary better than Palmetto Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lancaster Elementary ranks higher (49.3 vs 38.7 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 Lancaster Elementary and Palmetto Elementary?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Orlando and Orlando in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lancaster Elementary: 646. Palmetto Elementary: 1,006. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lancaster Elementary and Palmetto Elementary rank in Florida?
Lancaster Elementary is 1496th of 2,187 and Palmetto Elementary is 1864th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).