Southern Choctaw Elementary School vs Thompson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 328 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southern Choctaw Elementary School
Gilbertown · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
288 students
Thompson Elementary School
Gadsden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
288 students
| Measure | Southern Choctaw Elementary School Gilbertown, Alabama | Thompson Elementary School Gadsden, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #584 of 699 | #581 of 699 |
| National rank | #42197 of 50,301 | #41960 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 288 | 288 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 288 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.8% | 81.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| city | Gilbertown | Gadsden |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (24.2 vs 24.6).
- •Thompson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Thompson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Southern Choctaw Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.8% vs 81.3%).
- •Southern Choctaw Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 20.6).
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 Southern Choctaw Elementary School better than Thompson 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 Southern Choctaw Elementary School and Thompson Elementary School?
About 328 km in a straight line, between Gilbertown and Gadsden in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School: 288. Thompson Elementary School: 288. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southern Choctaw Elementary School and Thompson Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Southern Choctaw Elementary School is 584th of 699 and Thompson Elementary School is 581st of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).