Palmetto Elementary vs Westridge Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palmetto Elementary
Orlando · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,006 students
Westridge Middle
Orlando · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,136 students
| Measure | Palmetto Elementary Orlando, Florida | Westridge Middle Orlando, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1864 of 2,187 | #530 of 563 |
| National rank | #32839 of 50,301 | #12682 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,006 | 1,136 |
| Enrollment | 1,006 | 1,136 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.4% | 60.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 32% |
| city | Orlando | Orlando |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmetto Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.7 vs 26.0).
- •Palmetto Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •Palmetto Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 28%).
- •Westridge Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.5% vs 66.4%).
- •Palmetto Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 19.9).
- •Westridge Middle is the larger school with 1,136 students compared with 1,006.
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 Palmetto Elementary better than Westridge Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Palmetto Elementary ranks higher (38.7 vs 26.0 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 Palmetto Elementary and Westridge Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Orlando and Orlando in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palmetto Elementary: 1,006. Westridge Middle: 1,136. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palmetto Elementary and Westridge Middle rank in Florida?
Palmetto Elementary is 1864th of 2,187 and Westridge Middle is 530th of 563 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).