Athens Middle School vs James L Cowart Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athens Middle School
Athens · Public middle · Grades 6–8
935 students
James L Cowart Elementary School
Athens · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
332 students
| Measure | Athens Middle School Athens, Alabama | James L Cowart Elementary School Athens, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #113 of 263 | #234 of 699 |
| National rank | #8281 of 15,369 | #21027 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 935 | 332 |
| Enrollment | 935 | 332 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 69.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 62% |
| city | Athens | Athens |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James L Cowart Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.9 vs 47.0).
- •James L Cowart Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •James L Cowart Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 49%).
- •Athens Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.3% vs 69.3%).
- •James L Cowart Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 19.5).
- •Athens Middle School is the larger school with 935 students compared with 332.
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 Middle School better than James L Cowart Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), James L Cowart Elementary School ranks higher (55.9 vs 47.0 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 Athens Middle School and James L Cowart Elementary School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Athens and Athens in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens Middle School: 935. James L Cowart Elementary School: 332. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens Middle School and James L Cowart Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Athens Middle School is 113th of 263 and James L Cowart Elementary School is 234th of 699 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).