The Alberta School of Performing Arts vs University Place Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alabama, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Alberta School of Performing Arts
Tuscaloosa · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
632 students
University Place Elementary School
Tuscaloosa · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
570 students
| Measure | The Alberta School of Performing Arts Tuscaloosa, Alabama | University Place Elementary School Tuscaloosa, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #514 of 699 | #505 of 699 |
| National rank | #37582 of 50,301 | #37008 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 632 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 632 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.2% | 69.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 35% |
| city | Tuscaloosa | Tuscaloosa |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.5 vs 32.4).
- •University Place Elementary School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 31%).
- •University Place Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •University Place Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.3% vs 71.2%).
- •The Alberta School of Performing Arts does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.0).
- •The Alberta School of Performing Arts is the larger school with 632 students compared with 570.
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 The Alberta School of Performing Arts better than University Place 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 The Alberta School of Performing Arts and University Place Elementary School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Tuscaloosa and Tuscaloosa in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
The Alberta School of Performing Arts: 632. University Place Elementary School: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do The Alberta School of Performing Arts and University Place Elementary School rank in Alabama?
The Alberta School of Performing Arts is 514th of 699 and University Place Elementary School is 505th of 699 among elementary schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).