BB Comer Memorial High School vs Washington County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 267 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
BB Comer Memorial High School
Sylacauga · Public high · Grades 7–12
395 students
Washington County High School
Chatom · Public high · Grades 5–12
395 students
| Measure | BB Comer Memorial High School Sylacauga, Alabama | Washington County High School Chatom, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #255 of 304 | #120 of 304 |
| National rank | #15301 of 16,910 | #9896 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 5–12 |
| Students | 395 | 395 |
| Enrollment | 395 | 395 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 49.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 35% |
| city | Sylacauga | Chatom |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.2 vs 19.7).
- •Washington County High School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 17%).
- •Washington County High School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 27%).
- •Washington County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.4% vs 64.8%).
- •Washington County High School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 19.8).
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 BB Comer Memorial High School better than Washington County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington County High School ranks higher (44.2 vs 19.7 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 BB Comer Memorial High School and Washington County High School?
About 267 km in a straight line, between Sylacauga and Chatom in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
BB Comer Memorial High School: 395. Washington County High School: 395. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do BB Comer Memorial High School and Washington County High School rank in Alabama?
BB Comer Memorial High School is 255th of 304 and Washington County High School is 120th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).