Cobb Preparatory Academy vs EXCEL Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cobb Preparatory Academy
Anniston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
270 students
EXCEL Academy
Anniston · Public high · Grades 6–12
196 students
| Measure | Cobb Preparatory Academy Anniston, Alabama | EXCEL Academy Anniston, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #327 of 699 | #208 of 304 |
| National rank | #25616 of 50,301 | #13113 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 270 | 196 |
| Enrollment | 270 | 196 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.7% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 32.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Anniston | Anniston |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cobb Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 31.0).
- •Cobb Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 60.2%).
- •Cobb Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 32.7).
- •Cobb Preparatory Academy is the larger school with 270 students compared with 196.
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 Cobb Preparatory Academy better than EXCEL Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Cobb Preparatory Academy ranks higher (49.3 vs 31.0 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 Cobb Preparatory Academy and EXCEL Academy?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Anniston and Anniston in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cobb Preparatory Academy: 270. EXCEL Academy: 196. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cobb Preparatory Academy and EXCEL Academy rank in Alabama?
Cobb Preparatory Academy is 327th of 699 and EXCEL Academy is 208th of 304 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).