Anniston High School vs Golden Springs Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anniston High School
Anniston · Public high · Grades 9–12
498 students
Golden Springs Elementary School
Anniston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
357 students
| Measure | Anniston High School Anniston, Alabama | Golden Springs Elementary School Anniston, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #261 of 304 | #599 of 699 |
| National rank | #15423 of 16,910 | #43447 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 498 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.9% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| city | Anniston | Anniston |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Springs Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.2 vs 19.0).
- •Golden Springs Elementary School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •Golden Springs Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Golden Springs Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.9% vs 78.9%).
- •Anniston High School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.9).
- •Anniston High School is the larger school with 498 students compared with 357.
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 Anniston High School better than Golden Springs Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Springs Elementary School ranks higher (22.2 vs 19.0 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 Anniston High School and Golden Springs Elementary School?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Anniston and Anniston in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anniston High School: 498. Golden Springs Elementary School: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anniston High School and Golden Springs Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Anniston High School is 261st of 304 and Golden Springs Elementary School is 599th of 699 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).