Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem vs Paul W. Bell Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 204 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem
Miami · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
554 students
Paul W. Bell Middle School
Miami · Public middle · Grades 6–8
483 students
| Measure | Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem Miami, Florida | Paul W. Bell Middle School Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #443 of 2,187 | #287 of 563 |
| National rank | #6711 of 50,301 | #6348 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 554 | 483 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 483 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.1% | 52.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 54% |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 56.0).
- •Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem does better on math proficiency (83% vs 54%).
- •Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 54%).
- •Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.1% vs 52.4%).
- •Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 17.9).
- •Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem is the larger school with 554 students compared with 483.
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 Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem better than Paul W. Bell Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem ranks higher (77.0 vs 56.0 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 Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem and Paul W. Bell Middle School?
About 204 m in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem: 554. Paul W. Bell Middle School: 483. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem and Paul W. Bell Middle School rank in Florida?
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Elem is 443rd of 2,187 and Paul W. Bell Middle School is 287th of 563 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).