GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary vs Mountain Gap Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary
Big Cove · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
935 students
Mountain Gap Elementary School
Huntsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
341 students
| Measure | GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary Big Cove, Alabama | Mountain Gap Elementary School Huntsville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #48 of 699 | #198 of 699 |
| National rank | #7060 of 50,301 | #19213 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 935 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 935 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.9% | 31.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | – |
| Math proficiency | 67% | – |
| city | Big Cove | Huntsville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.4 vs 58.5).
- •GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.9% vs 31.4%).
- •GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 17.9).
- •GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary is the larger school with 935 students compared with 341.
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 GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary better than Mountain Gap Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary ranks higher (76.4 vs 58.5 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 GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary and Mountain Gap Elementary School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Big Cove and Huntsville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary: 935. Mountain Gap Elementary School: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary and Mountain Gap Elementary School rank in Alabama?
GoldsmithSchiffman Elementary is 48th of 699 and Mountain Gap Elementary School is 198th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).