Palmetto Middle School vs Somerset Academy Continental
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palmetto Middle School
Miami · Public middle · Grades 6–8
715 students
Somerset Academy Continental
Miami · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
55 students
| Measure | Palmetto Middle School Miami, Florida | Somerset Academy Continental Miami, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 563 | – |
| National rank | #2464 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 715 | 55 |
| Enrollment | 715 | 55 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.4% | 43.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | – |
| Math proficiency | 73% | – |
| city | Miami | Miami |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palmetto Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.4 vs 59.3).
- •Palmetto Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.4% vs 43.6%).
- •Somerset Academy Continental does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 23.8).
- •Palmetto Middle School is the larger school with 715 students compared with 55.
- •Palmetto Middle School is a public school while Somerset Academy Continental 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 Palmetto Middle School better than Somerset Academy Continental?
On the Success Index (US), Palmetto Middle School ranks higher (74.4 vs 59.3 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 Middle School and Somerset Academy Continental?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Miami and Miami in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palmetto Middle School: 715. Somerset Academy Continental: 55. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palmetto Middle School and Somerset Academy Continental rank in Florida?
Palmetto Middle School is 96th of 563 and Somerset Academy Continental is unranked among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).