American Leadership Academy Charlotte vs J. H. Gunn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Leadership Academy Charlotte
Charlotte · Charter elementary · Grades K–7
277 students
J. H. Gunn Elementary
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades K–5
616 students
| Measure | American Leadership Academy Charlotte Charlotte, North Carolina | J. H. Gunn Elementary Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1143 of 1,457 | #1332 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #44871 of 50,301 | #47915 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–7 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 277 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 277 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 34.5% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 24.5% | 29% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •American Leadership Academy Charlotte scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.9 vs 14.4).
- •J. H. Gunn Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 24.5%).
- •American Leadership Academy Charlotte does better on reading proficiency (34.5% vs 22%).
- •American Leadership Academy Charlotte does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.6% vs 99.5%).
- •American Leadership Academy Charlotte does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 16.6).
- •J. H. Gunn Elementary is the larger school with 616 students compared with 277.
- •American Leadership Academy Charlotte is a charter school while J. H. Gunn Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 American Leadership Academy Charlotte better than J. H. Gunn Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), American Leadership Academy Charlotte ranks higher (19.9 vs 14.4 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 American Leadership Academy Charlotte and J. H. Gunn Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Leadership Academy Charlotte: 277. J. H. Gunn Elementary: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Leadership Academy Charlotte and J. H. Gunn Elementary rank in North Carolina?
American Leadership Academy Charlotte is 1143rd of 1,457 and J. H. Gunn Elementary is 1332nd of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).