Clarkdale Elementary School vs Garrett Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clarkdale Elementary School
Austell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
785 students
Garrett Middle School
Austell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
891 students
| Measure | Clarkdale Elementary School Austell, Georgia | Garrett Middle School Austell, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #863 of 1,308 | #406 of 482 |
| National rank | #38596 of 50,301 | #14070 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 785 | 891 |
| Enrollment | 785 | 891 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 26% |
| city | Austell | Austell |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clarkdale Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 18.2).
- •Clarkdale Elementary School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 26%).
- •Clarkdale Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 30%).
- •Clarkdale Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.6).
- •Garrett Middle School is the larger school with 891 students compared with 785.
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 Clarkdale Elementary School better than Garrett Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Clarkdale Elementary School ranks higher (29.9 vs 18.2 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 Clarkdale Elementary School and Garrett Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Austell and Austell in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clarkdale Elementary School: 785. Garrett Middle School: 891. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clarkdale Elementary School and Garrett Middle School rank in Georgia?
Clarkdale Elementary School is 863rd of 1,308 and Garrett Middle School is 406th of 482 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).