J E Turner Elementary vs Mary G Montgomery High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 9.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J E Turner Elementary
Wilmer · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
529 students
Mary G Montgomery High School
Semmes · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,888 students
| Measure | J E Turner Elementary Wilmer, Alabama | Mary G Montgomery High School Semmes, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #294 of 699 | #134 of 304 |
| National rank | #24332 of 50,301 | #10392 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 529 | 1,888 |
| Enrollment | 529 | 1,888 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.4% | 49.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 44% |
| city | Wilmer | Semmes |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •J E Turner Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 42.3).
- •J E Turner Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 44%).
- •J E Turner Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 40%).
- •Mary G Montgomery High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.5% vs 61.4%).
- •Mary G Montgomery High School does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 18.9).
- •Mary G Montgomery High School is the larger school with 1,888 students compared with 529.
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 J E Turner Elementary better than Mary G Montgomery High School?
On the Success Index (US), J E Turner Elementary ranks higher (51.2 vs 42.3 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 J E Turner Elementary and Mary G Montgomery High School?
About 9.7 km in a straight line, between Wilmer and Semmes in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J E Turner Elementary: 529. Mary G Montgomery High School: 1,888. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J E Turner Elementary and Mary G Montgomery High School rank in Alabama?
J E Turner Elementary is 294th of 699 and Mary G Montgomery High School is 134th of 304 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).