Headland Elementary School vs Thompson Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 251 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Headland Elementary School
Headland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
898 students
Thompson Intermediate School
Alabaster · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
901 students
| Measure | Headland Elementary School Headland, Alabama | Thompson Intermediate School Alabaster, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #288 of 699 | #295 of 699 |
| National rank | #24133 of 50,301 | #24363 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 898 | 901 |
| Enrollment | 898 | 901 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.3% | 57.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 52% |
| city | Headland | Alabaster |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.5 vs 51.2).
- •Thompson Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •Thompson Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 49%).
- •Headland Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.3% vs 57.5%).
- •Headland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 18.0).
- •Thompson Intermediate School is the larger school with 901 students compared with 898.
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 Headland Elementary School better than Thompson Intermediate School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Headland Elementary School and Thompson Intermediate School?
About 251 km in a straight line, between Headland and Alabaster in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Headland Elementary School: 898. Thompson Intermediate School: 901. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Headland Elementary School and Thompson Intermediate School rank in Alabama?
Headland Elementary School is 288th of 699 and Thompson Intermediate School is 295th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).