Mims Elementary School vs Oscar Patterson Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 493 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mims Elementary School
Mims · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
393 students
Oscar Patterson Academy
Panama City · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
394 students
| Measure | Mims Elementary School Mims, Florida | Oscar Patterson Academy Panama City, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1664 of 2,187 | #1815 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #28556 of 50,301 | #31680 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 393 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 71.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | – |
| Math proficiency | 39% | – |
| city | Mims | Panama City |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mims Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.1 vs 40.4).
- •Mims Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.2% vs 71.1%).
- •Mims Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 15.2).
- •Oscar Patterson Academy is the larger school with 394 students compared with 393.
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 Mims Elementary School better than Oscar Patterson Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Mims Elementary School ranks higher (45.1 vs 40.4 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 Mims Elementary School and Oscar Patterson Academy?
About 493 km in a straight line, between Mims and Panama City in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mims Elementary School: 393. Oscar Patterson Academy: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mims Elementary School and Oscar Patterson Academy rank in Florida?
Mims Elementary School is 1664th of 2,187 and Oscar Patterson Academy is 1815th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).