Locust Fork Elementary vs South Shades Crest Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 68 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Locust Fork Elementary
Locust Fork · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
534 students
South Shades Crest Elementary School
Hoover · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
534 students
| Measure | Locust Fork Elementary Locust Fork, Alabama | South Shades Crest Elementary School Hoover, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #311 of 699 | #62 of 699 |
| National rank | #24758 of 50,301 | #8942 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 534 | 534 |
| Enrollment | 534 | 534 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.6% | 18.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 53% | – |
| city | Locust Fork | Hoover |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Shades Crest Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.5 vs 50.6).
- •South Shades Crest Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.2% vs 50.6%).
- •South Shades Crest Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 17.8).
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 Locust Fork Elementary better than South Shades Crest Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Shades Crest Elementary School ranks higher (73.5 vs 50.6 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 Locust Fork Elementary and South Shades Crest Elementary School?
About 68 km in a straight line, between Locust Fork and Hoover in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Locust Fork Elementary: 534. South Shades Crest Elementary School: 534. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Locust Fork Elementary and South Shades Crest Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Locust Fork Elementary is 311th of 699 and South Shades Crest Elementary School is 62nd of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).