Benjamin Russell High School vs Jim Pearson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Russell High School
Alexander City · Public high · Grades 9–12
852 students
Jim Pearson Elementary School
Alexander City · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
704 students
| Measure | Benjamin Russell High School Alexander City, Alabama | Jim Pearson Elementary School Alexander City, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #130 of 304 | #442 of 699 |
| National rank | #10169 of 16,910 | #31594 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 852 | 704 |
| Enrollment | 852 | 704 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.2% | 60.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | – |
| Math proficiency | 40% | – |
| city | Alexander City | Alexander City |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Russell High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.1 vs 40.5).
- •Benjamin Russell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.2% vs 60.8%).
- •Benjamin Russell High School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.2).
- •Benjamin Russell High School is the larger school with 852 students compared with 704.
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 Benjamin Russell High School better than Jim Pearson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Russell High School ranks higher (43.1 vs 40.5 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 Benjamin Russell High School and Jim Pearson Elementary School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Alexander City and Alexander City in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Russell High School: 852. Jim Pearson Elementary School: 704. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Russell High School and Jim Pearson Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Benjamin Russell High School is 130th of 304 and Jim Pearson Elementary School is 442nd of 699 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).