Chapman Elementary School vs Payne Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 263 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chapman Elementary School
Huntsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
167 students
Payne Elementary School
Selma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
164 students
| Measure | Chapman Elementary School Huntsville, Alabama | Payne Elementary School Selma, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #546 of 699 | #552 of 699 |
| National rank | #40012 of 50,301 | #40164 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 167 | 164 |
| Enrollment | 167 | 164 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.1% | 96.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 47% |
| city | Huntsville | Selma |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.6 vs 27.4).
- •Payne Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 22%).
- •Payne Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 26%).
- •Chapman Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.1% vs 96.3%).
- •Chapman Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 16.4).
- •Chapman Elementary School is the larger school with 167 students compared with 164.
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 Chapman Elementary School better than Payne 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 Chapman Elementary School and Payne Elementary School?
About 263 km in a straight line, between Huntsville and Selma in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chapman Elementary School: 167. Payne Elementary School: 164. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chapman Elementary School and Payne Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Chapman Elementary School is 546th of 699 and Payne Elementary School is 552nd of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).