Donehoo Elementary School vs Thompson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donehoo Elementary School
Gadsden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
225 students
Thompson Elementary School
Gadsden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
288 students
| Measure | Donehoo Elementary School Gadsden, Alabama | Thompson Elementary School Gadsden, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #387 of 699 | #581 of 699 |
| National rank | #29443 of 50,301 | #41960 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 225 | 288 |
| Enrollment | 225 | 288 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 81.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 37% |
| city | Gadsden | Gadsden |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donehoo Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 24.6).
- •Donehoo Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Donehoo Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Donehoo Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.3% vs 81.3%).
- •Donehoo Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 20.6).
- •Thompson Elementary School is the larger school with 288 students compared with 225.
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 Donehoo Elementary School better than Thompson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Donehoo Elementary School ranks higher (43.7 vs 24.6 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 Donehoo Elementary School and Thompson Elementary School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Gadsden and Gadsden in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donehoo Elementary School: 225. Thompson Elementary School: 288. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donehoo Elementary School and Thompson Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Donehoo Elementary School is 387th of 699 and Thompson Elementary School is 581st of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).