Riviera Middle School vs Thomas Jefferson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Florida, United States, 292 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riviera Middle School
Miami · Public middle · Grades 6–8
479 students
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Merritt Island · Public middle · Grades 7–8
481 students
| Measure | Riviera Middle School Miami, Florida | Thomas Jefferson Middle School Merritt Island, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #239 of 563 | #165 of 563 |
| National rank | #5485 of 15,369 | #3964 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 479 | 481 |
| Enrollment | 479 | 481 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.9% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 71% |
| city | Miami | Merritt Island |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.2 vs 60.0).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 55%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47% vs 53.9%).
- •Riviera Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 18.5).
- •Thomas Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 481 students compared with 479.
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 Riviera Middle School better than Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Jefferson Middle School ranks higher (67.2 vs 60.0 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 Riviera Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle School?
About 292 km in a straight line, between Miami and Merritt Island in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riviera Middle School: 479. Thomas Jefferson Middle School: 481. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riviera Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle School rank in Florida?
Riviera Middle School is 239th of 563 and Thomas Jefferson Middle School is 165th of 563 among middle schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).