Harlan Elementary School vs Kilby Laboratory School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harlan Elementary School
Florence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
426 students
Kilby Laboratory School
Florence · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
187 students
| Measure | Harlan Elementary School Florence, Alabama | Kilby Laboratory School Florence, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 96 Top 5% |
| State rank | #384 of 699 | #1 of 699 |
| National rank | #29201 of 50,301 | #50 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 426 | 187 |
| Enrollment | 426 | 187 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.7% | 11.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Florence | Florence |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kilby Laboratory School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (96.1 vs 44.1).
- •Kilby Laboratory School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.2% vs 84.7%).
- •Harlan Elementary School is the larger school with 426 students compared with 187.
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 Harlan Elementary School better than Kilby Laboratory School?
On the Success Index (US), Kilby Laboratory School ranks higher (96.1 vs 44.1 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 Harlan Elementary School and Kilby Laboratory School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Florence and Florence in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harlan Elementary School: 426. Kilby Laboratory School: 187. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harlan Elementary School and Kilby Laboratory School rank in Alabama?
Harlan Elementary School is 384th of 699 and Kilby Laboratory School is 1st of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).