Florence B Mathis Elementary vs Magnolia School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 6.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Florence B Mathis Elementary
Foley · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
1,023 students
Magnolia School
Foley · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
944 students
| Measure | Florence B Mathis Elementary Foley, Alabama | Magnolia School Foley, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #339 of 699 | #382 of 699 |
| National rank | #26598 of 50,301 | #29145 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,023 | 944 |
| Enrollment | 1,023 | 944 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.9% | 60.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 44% |
| city | Foley | Foley |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Florence B Mathis Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 44.2).
- •Florence B Mathis Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 44%).
- •Magnolia School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 43%).
- •Florence B Mathis Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.9% vs 60.9%).
- •Magnolia School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.8).
- •Florence B Mathis Elementary is the larger school with 1,023 students compared with 944.
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 Florence B Mathis Elementary better than Magnolia School?
On the Success Index (US), Florence B Mathis Elementary ranks higher (47.8 vs 44.2 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 Florence B Mathis Elementary and Magnolia School?
About 6.1 km in a straight line, between Foley and Foley in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Florence B Mathis Elementary: 1,023. Magnolia School: 944. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Florence B Mathis Elementary and Magnolia School rank in Alabama?
Florence B Mathis Elementary is 339th of 699 and Magnolia School is 382nd of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).