Northport K-8 School vs Somerset Academy Bethany
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northport K-8 School
Port ST Lucie · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,206 students
Somerset Academy Bethany
Port ST Lucie · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
527 students
| Measure | Northport K-8 School Port ST Lucie, Florida | Somerset Academy Bethany Port ST Lucie, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1412 of 2,187 | #2019 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #23851 of 50,301 | #36934 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,206 | 527 |
| Enrollment | 1,206 | 527 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 64.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | – |
| Math proficiency | 57% | – |
| city | Port ST Lucie | Port ST Lucie |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northport K-8 School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.9 vs 32.5).
- •Somerset Academy Bethany does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.1% vs 71.7%).
- •Northport K-8 School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 21.1).
- •Northport K-8 School is the larger school with 1,206 students compared with 527.
- •Northport K-8 School is a public school while Somerset Academy Bethany 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 Northport K-8 School better than Somerset Academy Bethany?
On the Success Index (US), Northport K-8 School ranks higher (51.9 vs 32.5 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 Northport K-8 School and Somerset Academy Bethany?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Port ST Lucie and Port ST Lucie in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northport K-8 School: 1,206. Somerset Academy Bethany: 527. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northport K-8 School and Somerset Academy Bethany rank in Florida?
Northport K-8 School is 1412th of 2,187 and Somerset Academy Bethany is 2019th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).