Melrose Elementary School vs Midtown Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 981 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Melrose Elementary School
ST Petersburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
356 students
Midtown Academy
ST Petersburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
368 students
| Measure | Melrose Elementary School ST Petersburg, Florida | Midtown Academy ST Petersburg, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2080 of 2,187 | #1122 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #38817 of 50,301 | #18786 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 356 | 368 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 368 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.4% | 36.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| city | ST Petersburg | ST Petersburg |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Midtown Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.1 vs 29.6).
- •Midtown Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Midtown Academy does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Midtown Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.4% vs 90.4%).
- •Midtown Academy is the larger school with 368 students compared with 356.
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 Midtown Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Midtown Academy ranks higher (59.1 vs 29.6 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 Melrose Elementary School and Midtown Academy?
About 981 m in a straight line, between ST Petersburg and ST Petersburg in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melrose Elementary School: 356. Midtown Academy: 368. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melrose Elementary School and Midtown Academy rank in Florida?
Melrose Elementary School is 2080th of 2,187 and Midtown Academy is 1122nd of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).