C. W. Norton Elementary School vs William S. Talbot Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Florida, United States, 3.4 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
William S. Talbot Elem School
Gainesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
573 students
| Measure | C. W. Norton Elementary School Gainesville, Florida | William S. Talbot Elem School Gainesville, Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #791 of 2,187 | #563 of 2,187 |
| National rank | #12929 of 50,301 | #8752 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 540 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 540 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.4% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 66% |
| city | Gainesville | Gainesville |
| state | Florida | Florida |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William S. Talbot Elem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.8 vs 67.7).
- •William S. Talbot Elem School does better on math proficiency (66% vs 59%).
- •William S. Talbot Elem School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 60%).
- •William S. Talbot Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34% vs 44.4%).
- •C. W. Norton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.1).
- •William S. Talbot Elem School is the larger school with 573 students compared with 540.
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 William S. Talbot Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), William S. Talbot Elem School ranks higher (73.8 vs 67.7 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 C. W. Norton Elementary School and William S. Talbot Elem School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Gainesville and Gainesville in Florida.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. W. Norton Elementary School: 540. William S. Talbot Elem School: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. W. Norton Elementary School and William S. Talbot Elem School rank in Florida?
C. W. Norton Elementary School is 791st of 2,187 and William S. Talbot Elem School is 563rd of 2,187 among elementary schools in Florida on the 2025 Success Index (US).