Plato Academy of St.petersburg vs Westgate Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Plato Academy of St.petersburg
St. Petersburg · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
374 students
Westgate Elementary School
ST Petersburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
498 students
| Measure | Plato Academy of St.petersburg St. Petersburg, Florida | Westgate Elementary School ST Petersburg, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #215 of 2,187 | #1268 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #3591 of 50,301 | #21415 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 374 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 374 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.3% | 61.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 54% |
| city | St. Petersburg | ST Petersburg |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plato Academy of St.petersburg scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.6 vs 55.4).
- •Plato Academy of St.petersburg does better on math proficiency (75% vs 54%).
- •Plato Academy of St.petersburg does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 51%).
- •Plato Academy of St.petersburg does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.3% vs 61.8%).
- •Plato Academy of St.petersburg does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.8).
- •Westgate Elementary School is the larger school with 498 students compared with 374.
- •Plato Academy of St.petersburg is a charter school while Westgate Elementary School is a public 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 Plato Academy of St.petersburg better than Westgate Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Plato Academy of St.petersburg ranks higher (82.6 vs 55.4 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 Plato Academy of St.petersburg and Westgate Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between St. Petersburg and ST Petersburg in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Plato Academy of St.petersburg: 374. Westgate Elementary School: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Plato Academy of St.petersburg and Westgate Elementary School rank in Florida?
Plato Academy of St.petersburg is 215th of 2,187 and Westgate Elementary School is 1268th of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).