Golden Springs Elementary School vs Saks Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 9.3 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
Saks Elementary School
Anniston · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
625 students
| Measure | Golden Springs Elementary School Anniston, Alabama | Saks Elementary School Anniston, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #599 of 699 | #500 of 699 |
| National rank | #43447 of 50,301 | #36467 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 357 | 625 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 625 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.9% | 77.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| city | Anniston | Anniston |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Saks Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.2 vs 22.2).
- •Saks Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Saks Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Saks Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 77.9%).
- •Saks Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.9).
- •Saks Elementary School is the larger school with 625 students compared with 357.
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 Saks Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Saks Elementary School ranks higher (33.2 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 Saks Elementary School?
About 9.3 km in a straight line, between Anniston and Anniston in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Springs Elementary School: 357. Saks Elementary School: 625. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Springs Elementary School and Saks Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Golden Springs Elementary School is 599th of 699 and Saks Elementary School is 500th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).