Manatee Academy K-8 vs Somerset Academy Bethany
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manatee Academy K-8
Port ST Lucie · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,700 students
Somerset Academy Bethany
Port ST Lucie · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
527 students
| Measure | Manatee Academy K-8 Port ST Lucie, Florida | Somerset Academy Bethany Port ST Lucie, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1219 of 2,187 | #2019 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #20532 of 50,301 | #36934 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,700 | 527 |
| Enrollment | 1,700 | 527 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.9% | 64.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | – |
| Math proficiency | 58% | – |
| city | Port ST Lucie | Port ST Lucie |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manatee Academy K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.6 vs 32.5).
- •Manatee Academy K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.9% vs 64.1%).
- •Manatee Academy K-8 does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 21.1).
- •Manatee Academy K-8 is the larger school with 1,700 students compared with 527.
- •Manatee Academy K-8 is a public school while Somerset Academy Bethany 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Manatee Academy K-8 better than Somerset Academy Bethany?
On the Success Index (US), Manatee Academy K-8 ranks higher (56.6 vs 32.5 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 Manatee Academy K-8 and Somerset Academy Bethany?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Port ST Lucie and Port ST Lucie in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manatee Academy K-8: 1,700. Somerset Academy Bethany: 527. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manatee Academy K-8 and Somerset Academy Bethany rank in Florida?
Manatee Academy K-8 is 1219th of 2,187 and Somerset Academy Bethany is 2019th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).