Ashford Middle School vs C J Donald Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Alabama, United States, 301 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashford Middle School
Ashford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
316 students
C J Donald Middle School
Fairfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
316 students
| Measure | Ashford Middle School Ashford, Alabama | C J Donald Middle School Fairfield, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #184 of 263 | #224 of 263 |
| National rank | #11247 of 15,369 | #14248 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 316 | 316 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 316 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.7% | 87% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 22% |
| Math proficiency | – | 32% |
| city | Ashford | Fairfield |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ashford Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.2 vs 17.1).
- •Ashford Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.7% vs 87%).
- •Ashford Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 21.1).
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 Middle School better than C J Donald Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Ashford Middle School ranks higher (33.2 vs 17.1 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 Middle School and C J Donald Middle School?
About 301 km in a straight line, between Ashford and Fairfield in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ashford Middle School: 316. C J Donald Middle School: 316. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ashford Middle School and C J Donald Middle School rank in Alabama?
Ashford Middle School is 184th of 263 and C J Donald Middle School is 224th of 263 among middle schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).