Robert M. Paterson Elementary vs ST Johns Classical Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Florida, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Robert M. Paterson Elementary
Orange Park · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
665 students
ST Johns Classical Academy
Fleming Island · Charter other · Grades PK–12
978 students
| Measure | Robert M. Paterson Elementary Orange Park, Florida | ST Johns Classical Academy Fleming Island, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #78 of 2,187 | – |
| National rank | #1686 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 665 | 978 |
| Enrollment | 665 | 978 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.8% | 11.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 61% |
| city | Orange Park | Fleming Island |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Robert M. Paterson Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 61%).
- •Robert M. Paterson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 67%).
- •ST Johns Classical Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.6% vs 32.8%).
- •Robert M. Paterson Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 17.5).
- •ST Johns Classical Academy is the larger school with 978 students compared with 665.
- •Robert M. Paterson Elementary is a public school while ST Johns Classical Academy 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 Robert M. Paterson Elementary better than ST Johns Classical Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Robert M. Paterson Elementary and ST Johns Classical Academy?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Orange Park and Fleming Island in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Robert M. Paterson Elementary: 665. ST Johns Classical Academy: 978. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Robert M. Paterson Elementary and ST Johns Classical Academy rank in Florida?
Robert M. Paterson Elementary is 78th of 2,187 and ST Johns Classical Academy is unranked among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).