Athens Intermediate School vs Julian Newman Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athens Intermediate School
Athens · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
641 students
Julian Newman Elementary School
Athens · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
409 students
| Measure | Athens Intermediate School Athens, Alabama | Julian Newman Elementary School Athens, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #360 of 699 | #184 of 699 |
| National rank | #28010 of 50,301 | #18581 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 641 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 641 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.9% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| city | Athens | Athens |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Julian Newman Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 45.8).
- •Julian Newman Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Julian Newman Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Julian Newman Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.5% vs 55.9%).
- •Athens Intermediate School is the larger school with 641 students compared with 409.
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 Athens Intermediate School better than Julian Newman Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Julian Newman Elementary School ranks higher (59.4 vs 45.8 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 Athens Intermediate School and Julian Newman Elementary School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Athens and Athens in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens Intermediate School: 641. Julian Newman Elementary School: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens Intermediate School and Julian Newman Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Athens Intermediate School is 360th of 699 and Julian Newman Elementary School is 184th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).