Central High School vs Underwood Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 9.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Florence · Public high · Grades 7–12
596 students
Underwood Elementary School
Florence · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
343 students
| Measure | Central High School Florence, Alabama | Underwood Elementary School Florence, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #60 of 304 | #241 of 699 |
| National rank | #7062 of 16,910 | #21556 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 596 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 596 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.1% | 46.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 52% |
| city | Florence | Florence |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (54.9 vs 55.2).
- •Underwood Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.1% vs 46.9%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.3).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 596 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central High School better than Underwood Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central High School and Underwood Elementary School?
About 9.6 km in a straight line, between Florence and Florence in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 596. Underwood Elementary School: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Underwood Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Central High School is 60th of 304 and Underwood Elementary School is 241st of 699 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).