Magnolia Montessori Academy vs McKeel Academy Central
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Magnolia Montessori Academy
Lakeland · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
182 students
McKeel Academy Central
Lakeland · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
610 students
| Measure | Magnolia Montessori Academy Lakeland, Florida | McKeel Academy Central Lakeland, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #9 of 2,187 | #303 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #259 of 50,301 | #4715 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 182 | 610 |
| Enrollment | 182 | 610 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.1% | 36.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 84.5% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 84.5% | 86% |
| city | Lakeland | Lakeland |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Magnolia Montessori Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.2 vs 80.5).
- •McKeel Academy Central does better on math proficiency (86% vs 84.5%).
- •Magnolia Montessori Academy does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 78%).
- •Magnolia Montessori Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.1% vs 36.4%).
- •Magnolia Montessori Academy does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 16.5).
- •McKeel Academy Central is the larger school with 610 students compared with 182.
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 Magnolia Montessori Academy better than McKeel Academy Central?
On the Success Index (US), Magnolia Montessori Academy ranks higher (93.2 vs 80.5 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 Magnolia Montessori Academy and McKeel Academy Central?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Lakeland and Lakeland in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Magnolia Montessori Academy: 182. McKeel Academy Central: 610. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Magnolia Montessori Academy and McKeel Academy Central rank in Florida?
Magnolia Montessori Academy is 9th of 2,187 and McKeel Academy Central is 303rd of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).