Gulf Shores Elementary School vs Providence Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 508 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gulf Shores Elementary School
Gulf Shores · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,230 students
Providence Elementary
Huntsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,152 students
| Measure | Gulf Shores Elementary School Gulf Shores, Alabama | Providence Elementary Huntsville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #226 of 699 | #528 of 699 |
| National rank | #20672 of 50,301 | #38565 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,230 | 1,152 |
| Enrollment | 1,230 | 1,152 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.4% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 36% |
| Math proficiency | – | 33% |
| city | Gulf Shores | Huntsville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gulf Shores Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.4 vs 30.0).
- •Gulf Shores Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.4% vs 59.2%).
- •Gulf Shores Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.3).
- •Gulf Shores Elementary School is the larger school with 1,230 students compared with 1,152.
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 Gulf Shores Elementary School better than Providence Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gulf Shores Elementary School ranks higher (56.4 vs 30.0 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 Gulf Shores Elementary School and Providence Elementary?
About 508 km in a straight line, between Gulf Shores and Huntsville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gulf Shores Elementary School: 1,230. Providence Elementary: 1,152. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gulf Shores Elementary School and Providence Elementary rank in Alabama?
Gulf Shores Elementary School is 226th of 699 and Providence Elementary is 528th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).