Athens High School vs Percy Julian High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 278 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Athens High School
Athens · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,278 students
Percy Julian High School
Montgomery · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,282 students
| Measure | Athens High School Athens, Alabama | Percy Julian High School Montgomery, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #78 of 304 | #285 of 304 |
| National rank | #8097 of 16,910 | #16194 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,278 | 1,282 |
| Enrollment | 1,278 | 1,282 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.4% | 79.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 10% |
| city | Athens | Montgomery |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Athens High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.1 vs 14.1).
- •Athens High School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 10%).
- •Athens High School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 18%).
- •Athens High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.4% vs 79.2%).
- •Athens High School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.3).
- •Percy Julian High School is the larger school with 1,282 students compared with 1,278.
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 Athens High School better than Percy Julian High School?
On the Success Index (US), Athens High School ranks higher (51.1 vs 14.1 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 Athens High School and Percy Julian High School?
About 278 km in a straight line, between Athens and Montgomery in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Athens High School: 1,278. Percy Julian High School: 1,282. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Athens High School and Percy Julian High School rank in Alabama?
Athens High School is 78th of 304 and Percy Julian High School is 285th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).