Alma High School vs James R. Tate Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arkansas, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alma High School
Alma · Public high · Grades 9–12
981 students
James R. Tate Elementary School
Van Buren · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
459 students
| Measure | Alma High School Alma, Arkansas | James R. Tate Elementary School Van Buren, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #80 of 276 | #379 of 511 |
| National rank | #8065 of 16,910 | #37418 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 981 | 459 |
| Enrollment | 981 | 459 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.9% | 76.3% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 47% |
| city | Alma | Van Buren |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alma High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.2 vs 31.7).
- •James R. Tate Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 35%).
- •Alma High School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •Alma High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.9% vs 76.3%).
- •Alma High School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 18.4).
- •Alma High School is the larger school with 981 students compared with 459.
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 Alma High School better than James R. Tate Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Alma High School ranks higher (51.2 vs 31.7 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 Alma High School and James R. Tate Elementary School?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Alma and Van Buren in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alma High School: 981. James R. Tate Elementary School: 459. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alma High School and James R. Tate Elementary School rank in Arkansas?
Alma High School is 80th of 276 and James R. Tate Elementary School is 379th of 511 among high schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).