Alexander II Magnet School vs Ballard Hudson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander II Magnet School
Macon · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
Ballard Hudson Middle School
Macon · Public middle · Grades 6–8
671 students
| Measure | Alexander II Magnet School Macon, Georgia | Ballard Hudson Middle School Macon, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #316 of 1,308 | #453 of 482 |
| National rank | #17756 of 50,301 | #14680 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 465 | 671 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 671 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.6% | 76.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 11% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 4% |
| city | Macon | Macon |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alexander II Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 14.1).
- •Alexander II Magnet School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 4%).
- •Alexander II Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 11%).
- •Alexander II Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.6% vs 76.6%).
- •Alexander II Magnet School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 15.3).
- •Ballard Hudson Middle School is the larger school with 671 students compared with 465.
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 Alexander II Magnet School better than Ballard Hudson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Alexander II Magnet School ranks higher (60.6 vs 14.1 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 Alexander II Magnet School and Ballard Hudson Middle School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Macon and Macon in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander II Magnet School: 465. Ballard Hudson Middle School: 671. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander II Magnet School and Ballard Hudson Middle School rank in Georgia?
Alexander II Magnet School is 316th of 1,308 and Ballard Hudson Middle School is 453rd of 482 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).