McDonnell Elementary School vs Morris Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McDonnell Elementary School
Huntsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
511 students
Morris Elementary School
Huntsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
532 students
| Measure | McDonnell Elementary School Huntsville, Alabama | Morris Elementary School Huntsville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #595 of 699 | #597 of 699 |
| National rank | #43287 of 50,301 | #43349 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 511 | 532 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 532 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.5% | 71.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Huntsville | Huntsville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.5 vs 22.4).
- •Morris Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •McDonnell Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.5% vs 71.2%).
- •Morris Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 18.9).
- •Morris Elementary School is the larger school with 532 students compared with 511.
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 McDonnell Elementary School better than Morris Elementary 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 McDonnell Elementary School and Morris Elementary School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Huntsville and Huntsville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDonnell Elementary School: 511. Morris Elementary School: 532. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDonnell Elementary School and Morris Elementary School rank in Alabama?
McDonnell Elementary School is 595th of 699 and Morris Elementary School is 597th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).