Melrose Elementary School vs Sunland Park Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 438 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Melrose Elementary School
Melrose · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
353 students
Sunland Park Academy
Fort Lauderdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
353 students
| Measure | Melrose Elementary School Melrose, Florida | Sunland Park Academy Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #829 of 2,187 | #1161 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #13442 of 50,301 | #19400 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 353 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 353 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.9% | 73.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 72% |
| city | Melrose | Fort Lauderdale |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Melrose Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.0 vs 58.3).
- •Sunland Park Academy does better on math proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Melrose Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 57%).
- •Melrose Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.9% vs 73.4%).
- •Melrose Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.8).
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 Melrose Elementary School better than Sunland Park Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Melrose Elementary School ranks higher (67.0 vs 58.3 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 Melrose Elementary School and Sunland Park Academy?
About 438 km in a straight line, between Melrose and Fort Lauderdale in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melrose Elementary School: 353. Sunland Park Academy: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melrose Elementary School and Sunland Park Academy rank in Florida?
Melrose Elementary School is 829th of 2,187 and Sunland Park Academy is 1161st of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).