Bob HardingShawmut Elementary vs EPIC Alternative Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 168 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bob HardingShawmut Elementary
Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
232 students
EPIC Alternative Elementary School
Birmingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
232 students
| Measure | Bob HardingShawmut Elementary Valley, Alabama | EPIC Alternative Elementary School Birmingham, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #254 of 699 | #155 of 699 |
| National rank | #22474 of 50,301 | #17055 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 232 | 232 |
| Enrollment | 232 | 232 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.1% | 41.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 52% |
| city | Valley | Birmingham |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •EPIC Alternative Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 53.8).
- •EPIC Alternative Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.8% vs 43.1%).
- •EPIC Alternative Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.8).
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 Bob HardingShawmut Elementary better than EPIC Alternative Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), EPIC Alternative Elementary School ranks higher (61.6 vs 53.8 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 Bob HardingShawmut Elementary and EPIC Alternative Elementary School?
About 168 km in a straight line, between Valley and Birmingham in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bob HardingShawmut Elementary: 232. EPIC Alternative Elementary School: 232. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bob HardingShawmut Elementary and EPIC Alternative Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Bob HardingShawmut Elementary is 254th of 699 and EPIC Alternative Elementary School is 155th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).