Manatee Academy K-8 vs St. Lucie West Centennial High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.5 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
St. Lucie West Centennial High
Port ST Lucie · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,914 students
| Measure | Manatee Academy K-8 Port ST Lucie, Florida | St. Lucie West Centennial High Port ST Lucie, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1219 of 2,187 | #391 of 576 |
| National rank | #20532 of 50,301 | #10322 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,700 | 2,914 |
| Enrollment | 1,700 | 2,914 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.9% | 50.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 39% |
| 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 42.6).
- •Manatee Academy K-8 does better on math proficiency (58% vs 39%).
- •Manatee Academy K-8 does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 53%).
- •St. Lucie West Centennial High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.9% vs 58.9%).
- •Manatee Academy K-8 does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 25.3).
- •St. Lucie West Centennial High is the larger school with 2,914 students compared with 1,700.
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 St. Lucie West Centennial High?
On the Success Index (US), Manatee Academy K-8 ranks higher (56.6 vs 42.6 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 St. Lucie West Centennial High?
About 1.5 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. St. Lucie West Centennial High: 2,914. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manatee Academy K-8 and St. Lucie West Centennial High rank in Florida?
Manatee Academy K-8 is 1219th of 2,187 and St. Lucie West Centennial High is 391st of 576 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).