Glen Iris Elementary School vs Washington K8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glen Iris Elementary School
Birmingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
827 students
Washington K8
Birmingham · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
617 students
| Measure | Glen Iris Elementary School Birmingham, Alabama | Washington K8 Birmingham, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #613 of 699 | #688 of 699 |
| National rank | #44342 of 50,301 | #48402 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 827 | 617 |
| Enrollment | 827 | 617 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.4% | 74.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 15% |
| city | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glen Iris Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.8 vs 13.3).
- •Glen Iris Elementary School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 15%).
- •Glen Iris Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 18%).
- •Glen Iris Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.4% vs 74.6%).
- •Washington K8 does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 21.8).
- •Glen Iris Elementary School is the larger school with 827 students compared with 617.
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 Glen Iris Elementary School better than Washington K8?
On the Success Index (US), Glen Iris Elementary School ranks higher (20.8 vs 13.3 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 Glen Iris Elementary School and Washington K8?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glen Iris Elementary School: 827. Washington K8: 617. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glen Iris Elementary School and Washington K8 rank in Alabama?
Glen Iris Elementary School is 613th of 699 and Washington K8 is 688th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).