Central High School vs HewittTrussville High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alabama, United States, 195 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central High School
Phenix City · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,579 students
HewittTrussville High School
Trussville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,571 students
| Measure | Central High School Phenix City, Alabama | HewittTrussville High School Trussville, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank | #162 of 304 | #7 of 304 |
| National rank | #11497 of 16,910 | #1629 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,579 | 1,571 |
| Enrollment | 1,579 | 1,571 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.4% | 15.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 73% |
| city | Phenix City | Trussville |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •HewittTrussville High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.6 vs 37.8).
- •HewittTrussville High School does better on math proficiency (73% vs 39%).
- •HewittTrussville High School does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 41%).
- •HewittTrussville High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.3% vs 56.4%).
- •HewittTrussville High School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 18.6).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,579 students compared with 1,571.
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 Central High School better than HewittTrussville High School?
On the Success Index (US), HewittTrussville High School ranks higher (77.6 vs 37.8 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 Central High School and HewittTrussville High School?
About 195 km in a straight line, between Phenix City and Trussville in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,579. HewittTrussville High School: 1,571. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and HewittTrussville High School rank in Alabama?
Central High School is 162nd of 304 and HewittTrussville High School is 7th of 304 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).