Arcadia Elementary School vs Cottondale Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcadia Elementary School
Tuscaloosa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
418 students
Cottondale Elementary School
Cottondale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
438 students
| Measure | Arcadia Elementary School Tuscaloosa, Alabama | Cottondale Elementary School Cottondale, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #517 of 699 | #558 of 699 |
| National rank | #37853 of 50,301 | #40699 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 418 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.5% | 70.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Tuscaloosa | Cottondale |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arcadia Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 26.5).
- •Arcadia Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.5% vs 70.5%).
- •Arcadia Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 17.5).
- •Cottondale Elementary School is the larger school with 438 students compared with 418.
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 Arcadia Elementary School better than Cottondale Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Arcadia Elementary School ranks higher (31.0 vs 26.5 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 Arcadia Elementary School and Cottondale Elementary School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Tuscaloosa and Cottondale in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcadia Elementary School: 418. Cottondale Elementary School: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcadia Elementary School and Cottondale Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Arcadia Elementary School is 517th of 699 and Cottondale Elementary School is 558th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).