Central Park Elementary School vs Richard Arrington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Park Elementary School
Birmingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
386 students
Richard Arrington Elementary
Birmingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
341 students
| Measure | Central Park Elementary School Birmingham, Alabama | Richard Arrington Elementary Birmingham, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #643 of 699 | #587 of 699 |
| National rank | #46320 of 50,301 | #42321 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 386 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 80.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | – |
| Math proficiency | 18% | – |
| city | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richard Arrington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.0 vs 17.5).
- •Central Park Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 80.4%).
- •Central Park Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 18.9).
- •Central Park Elementary School is the larger school with 386 students compared with 341.
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 Park Elementary School better than Richard Arrington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Richard Arrington Elementary ranks higher (24.0 vs 17.5 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 Central Park Elementary School and Richard Arrington Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Park Elementary School: 386. Richard Arrington Elementary: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Park Elementary School and Richard Arrington Elementary rank in Alabama?
Central Park Elementary School is 643rd of 699 and Richard Arrington Elementary is 587th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).