Memorial Middle School vs Walton Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 265 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Memorial Middle School
Tampa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
973 students
Walton Academy
Tampa · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
157 students
| Measure | Memorial Middle School Tampa, Florida | Walton Academy Tampa, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #525 of 563 | #1057 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #12477 of 15,369 | #17689 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 973 | 157 |
| Enrollment | 973 | 157 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.4% | – |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| city | Tampa | Tampa |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.8 vs 27.1).
- •Walton Academy does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Walton Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Memorial Middle School is the larger school with 973 students compared with 157.
- •Memorial Middle School is a public school while Walton Academy 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 Memorial Middle School better than Walton Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Walton Academy ranks higher (60.8 vs 27.1 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 Memorial Middle School and Walton Academy?
About 265 m in a straight line, between Tampa and Tampa in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Memorial Middle School: 973. Walton Academy: 157. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Memorial Middle School and Walton Academy rank in Florida?
Memorial Middle School is 525th of 563 and Walton Academy is 1057th of 2,187 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).