Golden Springs Elementary School vs Howell Graves Preschool
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 211 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Springs Elementary School
Anniston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
357 students
Howell Graves Preschool
Muscle Shoals · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
356 students
| Measure | Golden Springs Elementary School Anniston, Alabama | Howell Graves Preschool Muscle Shoals, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #599 of 699 | #141 of 699 |
| National rank | #43447 of 50,301 | #16039 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 357 | 356 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 356 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.9% | 19.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Anniston | Muscle Shoals |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Howell Graves Preschool scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.1 vs 22.2).
- •Howell Graves Preschool does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.9% vs 77.9%).
- •Golden Springs Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 18.7).
- •Golden Springs Elementary School is the larger school with 357 students compared with 356.
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 Golden Springs Elementary School better than Howell Graves Preschool?
On the Success Index (US), Howell Graves Preschool ranks higher (63.1 vs 22.2 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 Golden Springs Elementary School and Howell Graves Preschool?
About 211 km in a straight line, between Anniston and Muscle Shoals in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Springs Elementary School: 357. Howell Graves Preschool: 356. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Springs Elementary School and Howell Graves Preschool rank in Alabama?
Golden Springs Elementary School is 599th of 699 and Howell Graves Preschool is 141st of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).