Baldwin County High School vs Gulf Shores High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 70 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baldwin County High School
Bay Minette · Public high · Grades 9–12
940 students
Gulf Shores High School
Gulf Shores · Public high · Grades 9–12
927 students
| Measure | Baldwin County High School Bay Minette, Alabama | Gulf Shores High School Gulf Shores, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #206 of 304 | #22 of 304 |
| National rank | #13038 of 16,910 | #3605 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 940 | 927 |
| Enrollment | 940 | 927 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.9% | 28.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | – |
| Math proficiency | 28% | – |
| city | Bay Minette | Gulf Shores |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gulf Shores High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.8 vs 31.3).
- •Gulf Shores High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.3% vs 55.9%).
- •Gulf Shores High School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 15.9).
- •Baldwin County High School is the larger school with 940 students compared with 927.
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 Baldwin County High School better than Gulf Shores High School?
On the Success Index (US), Gulf Shores High School ranks higher (68.8 vs 31.3 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 Baldwin County High School and Gulf Shores High School?
About 70 km in a straight line, between Bay Minette and Gulf Shores in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baldwin County High School: 940. Gulf Shores High School: 927. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baldwin County High School and Gulf Shores High School rank in Alabama?
Baldwin County High School is 206th of 304 and Gulf Shores High School is 22nd of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).