C. W. Norton Elementary School vs Stephen Foster Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C. W. Norton Elementary School
Gainesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
540 students
Stephen Foster Elementary School
Gainesville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
403 students
| Measure | C. W. Norton Elementary School Gainesville, Florida | Stephen Foster Elementary School Gainesville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #791 of 2,187 | #821 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #12929 of 50,301 | #13393 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 540 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 540 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.4% | 59.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 68% |
| city | Gainesville | Gainesville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (67.7 vs 67.1).
- •Stephen Foster Elementary School does better on math proficiency (68% vs 59%).
- •Stephen Foster Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •C. W. Norton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.4% vs 59.1%).
- •C. W. Norton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 14.4).
- •C. W. Norton Elementary School is the larger school with 540 students compared with 403.
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 C. W. Norton Elementary School better than Stephen Foster 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 C. W. Norton Elementary School and Stephen Foster Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Gainesville and Gainesville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. W. Norton Elementary School: 540. Stephen Foster Elementary School: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. W. Norton Elementary School and Stephen Foster Elementary School rank in Florida?
C. W. Norton Elementary School is 791st of 2,187 and Stephen Foster Elementary School is 821st of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).