Hatton Elementary School vs Highland Park Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 16 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hatton Elementary School
Leighton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
236 students
Highland Park Elementary School
Muscle Shoals · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
236 students
| Measure | Hatton Elementary School Leighton, Alabama | Highland Park Elementary School Muscle Shoals, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #393 of 699 | #282 of 699 |
| National rank | #29667 of 50,301 | #23908 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 1–2 |
| Students | 236 | 236 |
| Enrollment | 236 | 236 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.3% | 44.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Leighton | Muscle Shoals |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Park Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.8 vs 43.4).
- •Highland Park Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.9% vs 65.3%).
- •Hatton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 18.2).
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 Hatton Elementary School better than Highland Park Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Park Elementary School ranks higher (51.8 vs 43.4 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 Hatton Elementary School and Highland Park Elementary School?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Leighton and Muscle Shoals in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hatton Elementary School: 236. Highland Park Elementary School: 236. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hatton Elementary School and Highland Park Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Hatton Elementary School is 393rd of 699 and Highland Park Elementary School is 282nd of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).