Benjamin Russell High School vs Jemison High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 214 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Russell High School
Alexander City · Public high · Grades 9–12
852 students
Jemison High School
Huntsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
858 students
| Measure | Benjamin Russell High School Alexander City, Alabama | Jemison High School Huntsville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #130 of 304 | #243 of 304 |
| National rank | #10169 of 16,910 | #14708 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 852 | 858 |
| Enrollment | 852 | 858 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.2% | 69.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 27% |
| city | Alexander City | Huntsville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Russell High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.1 vs 23.3).
- •Benjamin Russell High School does better on math proficiency (40% vs 27%).
- •Benjamin Russell High School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 27%).
- •Benjamin Russell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.2% vs 69.5%).
- •Benjamin Russell High School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 19.5).
- •Jemison High School is the larger school with 858 students compared with 852.
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 Benjamin Russell High School better than Jemison High School?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Russell High School ranks higher (43.1 vs 23.3 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 Benjamin Russell High School and Jemison High School?
About 214 km in a straight line, between Alexander City and Huntsville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Russell High School: 852. Jemison High School: 858. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Russell High School and Jemison High School rank in Alabama?
Benjamin Russell High School is 130th of 304 and Jemison High School is 243rd of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).