Athens Intermediate School vs Mt Carmel Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 46 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
Mt Carmel Elementary School
Huntsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
638 students
| Measure | Athens Intermediate School Athens, Alabama | Mt Carmel Elementary School Huntsville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #360 of 699 | #42 of 699 |
| National rank | #28010 of 50,301 | #6256 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 641 | 638 |
| Enrollment | 641 | 638 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.9% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 77% |
| city | Athens | Huntsville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mt Carmel Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.8 vs 45.8).
- •Mt Carmel Elementary School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •Mt Carmel Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Mt Carmel Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 55.9%).
- •Mt Carmel Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.8).
- •Athens Intermediate School is the larger school with 641 students compared with 638.
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 Mt Carmel Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Mt Carmel Elementary School ranks higher (77.8 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 Mt Carmel Elementary School?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Athens and Huntsville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens Intermediate School: 641. Mt Carmel Elementary School: 638. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens Intermediate School and Mt Carmel Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Athens Intermediate School is 360th of 699 and Mt Carmel Elementary School is 42nd of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).