Floyd Elementary School vs Highland Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 7.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Floyd Elementary School
Gadsden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
384 students
Highland Elementary School
Gadsden · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
216 students
| Measure | Floyd Elementary School Gadsden, Alabama | Highland Elementary School Gadsden, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #623 of 699 | #341 of 699 |
| National rank | #45344 of 50,301 | #26891 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 384 | 216 |
| Enrollment | 384 | 216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82% | 53.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Gadsden | Gadsden |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.4 vs 19.2).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.7% vs 82%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 24.0).
- •Floyd Elementary School is the larger school with 384 students compared with 216.
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 Floyd Elementary School better than Highland Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary School ranks higher (47.4 vs 19.2 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 Floyd Elementary School and Highland Elementary School?
About 7.3 km in a straight line, between Gadsden and Gadsden in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Floyd Elementary School: 384. Highland Elementary School: 216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Floyd Elementary School and Highland Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Floyd Elementary School is 623rd of 699 and Highland Elementary School is 341st of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).