James Dawson Elementary vs Providence Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Dawson Elementary
Huntsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
447 students
Providence Elementary
Huntsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,152 students
| Measure | James Dawson Elementary Huntsville, Alabama | Providence Elementary Huntsville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #579 of 699 | #528 of 699 |
| National rank | #41886 of 50,301 | #38565 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 447 | 1,152 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 1,152 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.7% | 59.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| city | Huntsville | Huntsville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Providence Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.0 vs 24.7).
- •Providence Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •Providence Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Providence Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 70.7%).
- •James Dawson Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 21.3).
- •Providence Elementary is the larger school with 1,152 students compared with 447.
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 James Dawson Elementary better than Providence Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Providence Elementary ranks higher (30.0 vs 24.7 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 James Dawson Elementary and Providence Elementary?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Huntsville and Huntsville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Dawson Elementary: 447. Providence Elementary: 1,152. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Dawson Elementary and Providence Elementary rank in Alabama?
James Dawson Elementary is 579th of 699 and Providence Elementary is 528th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).