Florence High School vs Harlan Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Florence High School
Florence · Public high · Grades 10–12
1,101 students
Harlan Elementary School
Florence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
426 students
| Measure | Florence High School Florence, Alabama | Harlan Elementary School Florence, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 304 | #384 of 699 |
| National rank | #9305 of 16,910 | #29201 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,101 | 426 |
| Enrollment | 1,101 | 426 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 84.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 52% |
| city | Florence | Florence |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Florence High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.5 vs 44.1).
- •Harlan Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Florence High School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •Florence High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 84.7%).
- •Harlan Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 17.8).
- •Florence High School is the larger school with 1,101 students compared with 426.
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 High School better than Harlan Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Florence High School ranks higher (46.5 vs 44.1 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 High School and Harlan Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Florence and Florence in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Florence High School: 1,101. Harlan Elementary School: 426. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Florence High School and Harlan Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Florence High School is 97th of 304 and Harlan Elementary School is 384th of 699 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).