Ashford High School vs Tharptown High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 433 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashford High School
Ashford · Public high · Grades 9–12
413 students
Tharptown High School
Russellville · Public high · Grades 7–12
410 students
| Measure | Ashford High School Ashford, Alabama | Tharptown High School Russellville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 304 | #247 of 304 |
| National rank | #11804 of 16,910 | #14899 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 413 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.5% | 62.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 17% |
| city | Ashford | Russellville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ashford High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.6 vs 22.3).
- •Ashford High School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 17%).
- •Ashford High School does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •Ashford High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.5% vs 62.9%).
- •Ashford High School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.1).
- •Ashford High School is the larger school with 413 students compared with 410.
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 Ashford High School better than Tharptown High School?
On the Success Index (US), Ashford High School ranks higher (36.6 vs 22.3 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 Ashford High School and Tharptown High School?
About 433 km in a straight line, between Ashford and Russellville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ashford High School: 413. Tharptown High School: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ashford High School and Tharptown High School rank in Alabama?
Ashford High School is 171st of 304 and Tharptown High School is 247th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).