Carver Primary School vs Northside School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carver Primary School
Opelika · Public elementary · Grades K–3
414 students
Northside School
Opelika · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
464 students
| Measure | Carver Primary School Opelika, Alabama | Northside School Opelika, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #583 of 699 | #274 of 699 |
| National rank | #42112 of 50,301 | #23779 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 414 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.1% | 63.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 51% |
| Math proficiency | – | 61% |
| city | Opelika | Opelika |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northside School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.0 vs 24.3).
- •Northside School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.8% vs 91.1%).
- •Carver Primary School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.8).
- •Northside School is the larger school with 464 students compared with 414.
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 Carver Primary School better than Northside School?
On the Success Index (US), Northside School ranks higher (52.0 vs 24.3 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 Carver Primary School and Northside School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Opelika and Opelika in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carver Primary School: 414. Northside School: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carver Primary School and Northside School rank in Alabama?
Carver Primary School is 583rd of 699 and Northside School is 274th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).