East Lawrence Middle School vs South Dale Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 392 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Lawrence Middle School
Trinity · Public middle · Grades 5–8
409 students
South Dale Middle School
Pinckard · Public middle · Grades 5–8
412 students
| Measure | East Lawrence Middle School Trinity, Alabama | South Dale Middle School Pinckard, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #188 of 263 | #126 of 263 |
| National rank | #11638 of 15,369 | #8878 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 409 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 409 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 69.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 52% |
| city | Trinity | Pinckard |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Dale Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 31.4).
- •South Dale Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 33%).
- •South Dale Middle School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 42%).
- •East Lawrence Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.2% vs 69.7%).
- •East Lawrence Middle School does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 22.9).
- •South Dale Middle School is the larger school with 412 students compared with 409.
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 East Lawrence Middle School better than South Dale Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Dale Middle School ranks higher (44.3 vs 31.4 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 East Lawrence Middle School and South Dale Middle School?
About 392 km in a straight line, between Trinity and Pinckard in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Lawrence Middle School: 409. South Dale Middle School: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Lawrence Middle School and South Dale Middle School rank in Alabama?
East Lawrence Middle School is 188th of 263 and South Dale Middle School is 126th of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).