Auburn High School vs Opelika High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Auburn High School
Auburn · Public high · Grades 10–12
2,227 students
Opelika High School
Opelika · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,590 students
| Measure | Auburn High School Auburn, Alabama | Opelika High School Opelika, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #17 of 304 | #106 of 304 |
| National rank | #2847 of 16,910 | #9484 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 10–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,227 | 1,590 |
| Enrollment | 2,227 | 1,590 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.1% | 63.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 50% |
| city | Auburn | Opelika |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Auburn High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.8 vs 45.9).
- •Auburn High School does better on math proficiency (75% vs 50%).
- •Auburn High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 49%).
- •Auburn High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.1% vs 63.5%).
- •Opelika High School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 17.5).
- •Auburn High School is the larger school with 2,227 students compared with 1,590.
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 Auburn High School better than Opelika High School?
On the Success Index (US), Auburn High School ranks higher (71.8 vs 45.9 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 Auburn High School and Opelika High School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Opelika in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Auburn High School: 2,227. Opelika High School: 1,590. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Auburn High School and Opelika High School rank in Alabama?
Auburn High School is 17th of 304 and Opelika High School is 106th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).