Lanier Elementary School vs Providence Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Georgia, United States, 127 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lanier Elementary School
Gainesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
Providence Elementary School
Temple · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
557 students
| Measure | Lanier Elementary School Gainesville, Georgia | Providence Elementary School Temple, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #383 of 1,308 | #387 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #21031 of 50,301 | #21110 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 557 | 557 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 557 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.1% | 42% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 53% |
| city | Gainesville | Temple |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.9 vs 55.8).
- •Lanier Elementary School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 53%).
- •Lanier Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Providence Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42% vs 62.1%).
- •Providence Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 15.9).
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 Lanier Elementary School better than Providence 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 Lanier Elementary School and Providence Elementary School?
About 127 km in a straight line, between Gainesville and Temple in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lanier Elementary School: 557. Providence Elementary School: 557. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lanier Elementary School and Providence Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Lanier Elementary School is 383rd of 1,308 and Providence Elementary School is 387th of 1,308 among elementary schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).