Central Elementary School vs Underwood Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 9.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Florrence · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
713 students
Underwood Elementary School
Florence · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
343 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Florrence, Alabama | Underwood Elementary School Florence, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #277 of 699 | #241 of 699 |
| National rank | #23813 of 50,301 | #21556 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 713 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 713 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.8% | 46.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 52% |
| city | Florrence | Florence |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Underwood Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 51.9).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.8% vs 46.9%).
- •Underwood Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 17.4).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 713 students compared with 343.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Central Elementary School better than Underwood Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Underwood Elementary School ranks higher (55.2 vs 51.9 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 Central Elementary School and Underwood Elementary School?
About 9.6 km in a straight line, between Florrence and Florence in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 713. Underwood Elementary School: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Underwood Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Central Elementary School is 277th of 699 and Underwood Elementary School is 241st of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).