Central High School vs Ladonia Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Alabama, United States, 4.6 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
Ladonia Elementary School
Phenix City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
461 students
| Measure | Central High School Phenix City, Alabama | Ladonia Elementary School Phenix City, Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #162 of 304 | #306 of 699 |
| National rank | #11497 of 16,910 | #24686 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,579 | 461 |
| Enrollment | 1,579 | 461 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.4% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 57% |
| city | Phenix City | Phenix City |
| state | Alabama | Alabama |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ladonia Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.7 vs 37.8).
- •Ladonia Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 39%).
- •Ladonia Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 41%).
- •Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.4% vs 62.7%).
- •Central High School does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 19.2).
- •Central High School is the larger school with 1,579 students compared with 461.
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 Ladonia Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ladonia Elementary School ranks higher (50.7 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 Ladonia Elementary School?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Phenix City and Phenix City in Alabama.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central High School: 1,579. Ladonia Elementary School: 461. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central High School and Ladonia Elementary School rank in Alabama?
Central High School is 162nd of 304 and Ladonia Elementary School is 306th of 699 among high schools in Alabama on the 2025 Success Index (US).