Anniston High School vs EXCEL Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anniston High School
Anniston · Public high · Grades 9–12
498 students
EXCEL Academy
Anniston · Public high · Grades 6–12
196 students
| Measure | Anniston High School Anniston, Alabama | EXCEL Academy Anniston, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #261 of 304 | #208 of 304 |
| National rank | #15423 of 16,910 | #13113 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 498 | 196 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 196 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.9% | 60.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 32.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Anniston | Anniston |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •EXCEL Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 19.0).
- •EXCEL Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 78.9%).
- •Anniston High School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 32.7).
- •Anniston High School is the larger school with 498 students compared with 196.
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 Anniston High School better than EXCEL Academy?
On the Success Index (US), EXCEL Academy ranks higher (31.0 vs 19.0 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 Anniston High School and EXCEL Academy?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Anniston and Anniston in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anniston High School: 498. EXCEL Academy: 196. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anniston High School and EXCEL Academy rank in Alabama?
Anniston High School is 261st of 304 and EXCEL Academy is 208th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).