Oscar Patterson Academy vs Rutherford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oscar Patterson Academy
Panama City · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
394 students
Rutherford High School
Panama City · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,394 students
| Measure | Oscar Patterson Academy Panama City, Florida | Rutherford High School Panama City, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1815 of 2,187 | #459 of 576 |
| National rank | #31680 of 50,301 | #11927 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 394 | 1,394 |
| Enrollment | 394 | 1,394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.1% | 57.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 39% |
| Math proficiency | – | 35% |
| city | Panama City | Panama City |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oscar Patterson Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.4 vs 36.2).
- •Rutherford High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 71.1%).
- •Oscar Patterson Academy does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.4).
- •Rutherford High School is the larger school with 1,394 students compared with 394.
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 Oscar Patterson Academy better than Rutherford High School?
On the Success Index (US), Oscar Patterson Academy ranks higher (40.4 vs 36.2 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 Oscar Patterson Academy and Rutherford High School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Panama City and Panama City in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oscar Patterson Academy: 394. Rutherford High School: 1,394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oscar Patterson Academy and Rutherford High School rank in Florida?
Oscar Patterson Academy is 1815th of 2,187 and Rutherford High School is 459th of 576 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).